Continuing care in Canada refers to the range of services and supports that are provided to seniors and individuals with chronic or complex health conditions, disabilities, or other ongoing care needs. Family caregivers play a critical role in supporting their loved ones who require continuing care. While continuing care can be a lifeline for families […]
Whenever a new year arrives, it’s natural to get into “resolution” mode. You start thinking about what you want to achieve and you might even start committing to paper a plan to reach those achievements. Whether you consider them resolutions or goals, one thing is for sure: As a caregiver, you should definitely be setting […]
When you become a caregiver, learning from others plays a critical part in how effective you will be. It provides insight into challenges you’re likely to encounter and much-needed solutions or perspectives. In the end, it all benefits your loved one’s health and well-being, as well as your relationship with each other. Caregiving books, websites, […]
Despite its many rewards, caregiving is one of the most challenging roles you can have in life. Add the most stressful time of the year — and Covid 19 — to the mix and it can become downright miserable. For a significant number of Canadians, the holiday season is a source of anxiety, depression and loneliness. […]
Hiring an in-home, professional caregiver can be a daunting task. You want — and need — the help, but you might be reluctant to hand the reins over to a total stranger. It’s understandable. However, a comprehensive set of questions to ask caregivers during an interview will help to smooth the path. No doubt, you […]
12 Secrets of the Most Effective Caregivers Whether you are new to caregiving or you have been doing it for a while, you might be wondering if there are any secrets to being an effective caregiver. After all, it’s not a role you take lightly, and you want to avoid common pitfalls. Caregiving can […]
Why It’s Important to Increase Caregivers’ Networks Unpaid labour by family caregivers saves taxpayers about $30 billion annually, according to the CARP (Canadian Association of Retired Persons). But while caregivers are providing invaluable support to family members and other loved ones, society is not supporting them in return. Numerous studies highlight the lack of […]
Balancing Work and Caregiving Nearly 1 in 20 family caregivers reduce the hours they work or quit working entirely to care for a loved one, according to a study published in The Journals of Gerontology. Taking into consideration the number of caregivers in Alberta — about 1 million — that translates into about 50,000 caregivers […]
Tips for Hiring an In-home Caregiver For most Canadians, aging in place — or staying at home as they age — is a much-cherished goal. But as we get older, chronic illnesses and disability often mean we need someone to assist us. However, only about 20 percent of long-term care in Canada goes to in-home […]
Benefits of Mobile Apps for Caregivers Mobile apps have quickly become essential tools for caregivers looking to better manage their loved ones’ care — and to take care of themselves. With a smartphone or tablet, you have help right at your fingertips to quickly access useful information, make better decisions, and avoid overwhelming and high […]