Tips for the Caregiver

Caregiver Support Groups

jwilliams — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 13:28:40 -0600

Do You Need Support Caring for an Older Person? A caregiver support group can offer an atmosphere of understanding and support for caregivers to discuss issues and problems. Some caregivers feel if they participate in a support group they are in some way not coping. Nothing could be further from the truth. By participating in a group, they are recognizing that to become a successful caregiver might include seeking additional support and resources.

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Do You Have A Plan?

rlim — Mon, 26 Nov 2007 12:04:41 -0600
Do You Have A Plan?
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Respite Care in Western Nebraska

rlim — Mon, 26 Nov 2007 11:24:34 -0600

What is Respite?
Respite is temporary, short-term care for families in crisis, foster parents, caregivers of adults/children with disabilities or special needs, person with Alzheimer's frail elderly, or simply families needing a break.
Why is Respite so Important?
Families caring for someone with special needs in the home often live with high levels of emotional, physical, and financial stress.
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Diseases & Conditions from US News

clewis — Wed, 21 Nov 2007 11:42:44 -0600

Content developed by the Cleveand Clinic.

Keeping Seniors From Falling

clewis — Wed, 21 Nov 2007 11:31:04 -0600
(CBS) A new report finds that, although senior citizens in America are living longer and are more active than previous generations, they are also reporting to emergency rooms in greater numbers for fall-related injuries.

25 Things to Do While Visiting Your Older Adult

clewis — Fri, 03 Aug 2007 10:32:12 -0500
Reprinted with permission from the Greater Iowa Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association

Talk about what you both have been up to since your last visit.

Bring photos of family and friends from days gone by or recent snapshots.

Create a photo album, framed photograph collection, or poster to hang up.

Make a special scrapbook celebrating your older adult's lifetime.

Write or tape your older adult's autobiography - give copies to the family.

Share your own favorite stories and memories.

Bring vacation photos, souvenirs, post
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Ten Commandments for Caregivers

clewis — Sun, 22 Jul 2007 21:24:53 -0500

Assist the older person to retain their autonomy and self respect.

Respect the older person - they got this far on their own.

Be generous with love and loving touch.

Communicate your level of capability not as a complaint; share decision-making.

Be empathetic to growing older and the losses involved with that process.

Be prepared-know your options for situations you anticipate.

Be informed abut the older person's challenges.

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Helpful Hints for Caregivers

clewis — Sun, 22 Jul 2007 21:08:19 -0500

If the basic day-by-day relationship of the caregiver, the care receiver, and the family is a warm accepting one, the role of the caregiver is easier, the care receiver is happier, and there is less stress all around. A good relationship is based on mutual caring, acceptance, trust and respect and can be developed by open, honest communication.

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Danger Signals That Say...

clewis — Sun, 22 Jul 2007 20:40:13 -0500

WARNING: CAREGIVER NEEDS HELP!

When is it okay to cry "Uncle?" To say, I can't give any more until I get some help?
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Coping Strategies of Caregiving

clewis — Sun, 22 Jul 2007 20:37:18 -0500

About the author, Lela Shanks.
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