Do you have a special system in place to help keep your loved one’s medicine organized? It’s not easy, especially when they take multiple prescriptions plus supplements, vitamins, etc. I recently had the experience of moving in with my grandmother. . . Read more Quick Caregiving Trick | Labeling Medicine
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16 Easy Ways to Give Your Loved One More Plant-based Foods
Family Caregiver Ideas The age-old finger-wagging dictation to “Eat your vegetables” may have haunted you as a kid, but as a caregiver, you may now be having to beg the same thing of your own parents. Nutrition plays such a. . . Read more 16 Easy Ways to Give Your Loved One More Plant-based Foods
The Importance of Being Hydrated
Family Caregiver Tips | Healthy Hydration One time a few years ago, I went to visit my grandfather Ken in his room at an assisted living center. He had been out all day with a couple of his other grandkids. . . Read more The Importance of Being Hydrated
Give a Care About Bathing!
Bathing Tips for Family Caregivers Bathing or showering is a feat all it’s own when it comes to someone who cannot readily get around, move or wash themselves. The right equipment, schedule, and know-how can alleviate a ton of bath. . . Read more Give a Care About Bathing!
6 Tips for Managing Your Loved One’s Incontinence
Expert Family Caregiving Tips | Give a Care As Mom’s primary progressive MS started to rob her of her mobility years ago, so went much of her own bladder control. Neurogenic bladder has resulted from the degeneration her disease has. . . Read more 6 Tips for Managing Your Loved One’s Incontinence
Important Things to Remember to Take to Your Loved One’s Doctor’s Appointment
Give a Care Expert Tips for Family Caregivers Being prepared for a doctor’s appointment can go a long way in helping your loved one received both quick and informed care from their medical provider. Doctor’s appointments often leave family caregivers. . . Read more Important Things to Remember to Take to Your Loved One’s Doctor’s Appointment
How to Change Bed Sheets with Somebody In Them
Give a Care Expert Caregiving Tips Much of what has come in handy as a caregiver for my mother who is 100% disabled (no use of any of her limbs) I have learned from the certified nursing aides or nurses. . . Read more How to Change Bed Sheets with Somebody In Them
Skin Care Tips for Caregivers
Family Caregiving Ideas | Skin Care Tips from Give a Care Let’s get dermatological y’all! Did you know that technically your skin is an organ? Just like your other organs, it thrives on healthy hydration. Skin care is one of. . . Read more Skin Care Tips for Caregivers
5 Things to Look for in a New Doctor
Family Caregiving Ideas | Finding a Doctor for Your Loved One Finding a doctor poses an interesting challenge, especially for caregivers looking for a primary doctor for their loved one. Typically, if your loved one has a disability, cancer, chronic. . . Read more 5 Things to Look for in a New Doctor
8 Healthy Hydration Tips for Caregivers
Family Caregiver Ideas | Healthy Hydration Tips from Give a Care Staying hydrated can be a surprisingly difficult task for someone who requires care. Don’t miss these important tips and caregiver ideas for boosting hydration and overall health for the. . . Read more 8 Healthy Hydration Tips for Caregivers
