7 Tips for Handling Caregiving Challenges
By Brett Leveridge2 min read
If you are a caregiver for a loved one or family member, you may find these seven tips from professional caregivers helpful and instructive.
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Whether you or a family member is caring for a spouse, parent or loved one, find support in articles, advice, prayers, and inspirational stories for caregivers.
A Deeper Kind of Caregiving
By Carol Larson8 min read
She had her work cut out for her in caring for her new client, Roger. His yard and house were a mess after a long period of neglect. But she soon learned that job one was to show an interest in the man, not his house.
What His Daughter’s Brain Disorder Taught Pastor Chad Veach About Hope
By Jessica Toomer5 min read
The author of the new book Unreasonable Hope talks about the turning point in his family’s fight against a rare brain disorder.
10 Signs Your Senior Could Need Help
By Molly Carpenter, Caregiving Expert3 min read
The conditions of aging can leave seniors at risk in their own homes. Check out the signs that an older adult may need help at home.
Good Nutrition is the Best Medicine for Aging Adults
By Shannon Muhs, Dietitian, Medical Nutrition Therapist3 min read
A dietitian and nutrition therapist reminds us that good nutrition, exercise and companionship can be the best form of preventative medicine for seniors.
7 Tips to Help Boomers Talk with Older Loved Ones
By Jake Harwood, Ph.D., Communication Expert, University of Arizona2 min read
Many of us have experienced difficulty in discussing sensitive issues with older parents and grandparents as we care for them. Here are seven tips for keeping open the lines of communication.
This Nurse’s Nightmare Saved a Life
By Pat Miller2 min read
The dream didn’t make any sense, until I got to work that night…
A Willing Spirit: 5 Tips for Avoiding Caregiver Burnout
By Shelly Beach6 min read
An experienced caregiver offers advice on how to take care of yourself so you can care for others.
4 Hidden Benefits of Caregiving
By Valerie Reiss3 min read
Caregiving can be taxing work, whether one is a professional in the field or is caring for an aging parent or other loved one, but it’s heartening to learn that studies suggests caregiving also carries with it health benefits both physical and psychological.
Their Shared Love of Coffee Gave Her Husband Hope and Purpose Following TBI
By Carol Allston-Stiles8 min read
Many of us wake up with a cup of coffee. For her brain-injured husband, it was a deeper awakening
Kid President’s Path to Awesome!
By Laurie Novak8 min read
They were experienced foster parents, but these were two special needs children. Were they ready for that?
8 Encouraging Bible Verses for Caregivers
By Brooke Obie2 min read
Be encouraged by these inspiring Bible verses for caregivers.
