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ElderCare at Home brings you this newsletter in the spirit of cooperation and education.We hope you find this information useful and informative.
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The Benefits of Taking a Break
Summer is here. That means you will likely see a myriad of photos of people out at the beach or traveling. As family caregivers, going on these trips may seem impossible. But, ElderCare wants to let you know that taking a break like this is crucial to your overall health. Even if you cannot make it to the beach, we want to encourage you to set aside small amounts of time to do something else more enjoyable in order to give yourself a breather.
Taking a break means setting aside any amount of time to stop doing work. This "work" can range from your 9-to-5 job, to parenting, and to your role as a family caregiver. Taking a break does not necessarily mean going out on vacation or doing nothing. It can mean setting aside time to do something you love. In any context, taking a break is crucial to your mental and emotional health and to ensure prolonged productivity.
Signs that you need a break include:
- Feeling tired often
- Becoming stressed
- Having difficulty sleeping
- Feeling anxious or depressed
- Being unable to socialize (not having enough time)
- Changes in overall health, like getting sick often or gaining/losing weight
- Having a negative outlook toward the world
- Muscle aches
Ways to Take a Break
Consider these tips to help give you ideas for how you can take an effective break from caregiving.
Plan Time for Doing Nothing: Humans are constantly working, and this can have a negative impact on multiple facets of our health. We need rest-that is why we are encouraged to sleep 7 to 8 hours per night. Take some time out of your day to relax. Practice some habits like meditation, stretching, or deep breathing. Why not all three?
Sleep: The more stressed you become the more likely your sleep is impacted. What's more? Sleep is also impacted by the proliferation of technology around us, like cellphones and television. This is because blue light emanating from these screens enter our eyes and can create imbalances in melatonin levels in our bodies. To get deep sleep, avoid electronic screens at least an hour before bed and plan for 7-9 hours of sleep every night. You will notice a difference.
Meet with Friends: Spending time alone is no good either. Humans are social, and we always have been. Try to designate a day or two out of the week to go out with some friends. This can have a great impact on your overall mood.
ElderCare at Home is here to provide you with the help you need. Our services make it possible for you to have some time to yourself. If you have questions, then please call us.
If you have any questions or want to learn more
then please call 888-285-0093 or visit our
website.
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ElderCare Resource Center
ElderCare Resource Center
ElderCare at Home has just re-launched the ElderCare Resource Center. This site provides family caregivers with the most up-to-date information they need, on the most common caregiving topics including:
We pride ourselves on helping you select the best person to care for your loved one. Our My Caregiver Match Guarantee, assures you will be happy with the CNA's/HHA's, RN's, or LPN's referred to you and your family. If you're not happy, you don't have to pay our fee.
We offer a complimentary consultation and can help you determine the best services to meet your needs.
If you are interested in
learning more about what we can do to help you, please
call (561) 585-0400 or visit our
website.
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Healing Hearts
A New Program from ElderCare at Home
Cardiac Home Care Services
ElderCare at Home understands the challenges of recovering from or living with a cardio-vascular disorder. Our referred caregivers offer the highest level of comfort and care. They have the training, education and expertise to effectively help patients diagnosed with even the most complex cardiovascular disorders including:
- Arrhythmia
- Cardiac Arrest
- Cardiomyopathy
- Congenital Heart Defect
- COPD
- Congestive Heart Failure
- Heart Valve Problems
- High Cholesterol
- Metabolic Syndrome
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- Post-Surgical Patient
A highly skilled geriatric care consultant or registered nurses (RN) can meet with the patient and help him or her determine which services, if any, would be most appropriate. Home-based
cardiac care services can include:
- Complimentary Pre-Operative Home Care Consultation
- Complimentary Post-Operative Home Care Consultation
- Implementation of Post-Operative Care Plan
- Dressing Changes
- Medication Management
- Nutritious Meal Preparation
- Diet & Nutrition Instruction
- Transportation
- Education & Disease Management
- Maintenance of a Quiet, Comfortable Environment
- 24 Hours Per Day ~ 7 Days Per Week
If you are interested in
learning more about what we can do to help you, please
call (561) 585-0400 or visit our
website.
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The Power of Information
F i n d i n g K n o w l e d g e f o r C a r e g i v i n g
Family Caregiving and the Power of Information
As a caregiver, you face a lot of unknowns. You may be wondering, "How can I do this?", "How will I afford this?", "What does this medical information mean?", and so on. In this blog, we want to talk about the power of information and knowledge, as well as the power of asking for help. Knowing what to do is powerful, but it is not the complete story. The other half of knowing is to know where to find information. Below, we share several things all caregivers should consider learning, as well as tips on how to find and retrieve information that can help you and your loved one.
The difficult part of this process is to know where to find
reliable information.
[1] As convenient as the internet can be at providing a lot of great information, there are many sites that are just inaccurate and lead people in the wrong directions. To balance this problem, we suggest you always get directed to information by a professional, like a doctor, pharmacist, or therapist. These resources can lead you to accurate information so you do not need to waste time trying to find answers when someone already knows where to find them.
Know Your Loved One's Needs: One of the most important things you can do is to identify and evaluate your loved one's needs.
[2] Some people can do this by accompanying their loved one to their doctor and learning more about their condition. You may be able to do this by speaking with your loved one or paying attention to the kinds of changes that have gone on in their life since they started needing care. One helpful strategy is to sit down and create a list of the important things you think your loved one needs, like help managing their finances, transportation, and the like.
Utilize Resources to Gain Information: If you have the chance, accompany your loved one to their doctor's appointments and ask their doctor where you can find reliable information about their condition. Knowing about your loved one's symptoms and challenges can help you prepare and know what to expect as a caregiver. The important thing is that you get reliable and accurate information.
Know How to Identify Reliable Information: Most times, you will have to do internet searches, make phone calls, or read books on your own, without any guidance. In this case, the questions become: How do I know if this information is reliable? Can I trust this source? When reading information on the internet, always check to see who is writing this paper and if they listed their name. If they have the credentials, expertise, and background to speak on a subject, then it may be a good source. The other thing to consider is the presentation of the information. Is it heavily opinionated and biased? Does the source cite work related to the topic, like academic articles? These are all things to look out for when searching for information on the web. For every great and informative article on the internet, there are a plethora of misleading and effectively useless posts out there. Use your judgment, and be critical of the information you find.
If you have any other questions, then please call
ElderCare at Home at
888-285-0093 or visit our
website.
[1] Source: https://www.everydayhealth.com/columns/lynda-shrager-the-organized-caregiver/educate-yourself-about-your-loved-ones-health/
[2] Source: https://upgifs.com/blog/1938/senior-health-how-to-educate-yourself-about-your-loved-ones-health/
If you are interested in ElderCare at Home
and learning more about what we can do to help,
call 888-285-0093 or visit our
website.
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Client Testimonials
"When we needed immediate assistance for in-home care for our aunt, I called ElderCare at Home. Fortunately, Eldercare gave us what we needed, when we needed it. A wonderful Caregiver was referred to us and was with us for more than 9 months, and we couldn't ask for more. My aunt enjoyed her company and she was extremely well-cared for. The staff continually checked-in to see if we had issues or required any further help. ElderCare at Home was definitely "The Right Choice".
Mary Stayton
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Professionally Trained Caregivers
F i n d t h e R i g h t T y p e o f C a r e
Find the Right Caregiver
Get Professional Help for Your Loved One
ElderCare at Home recognizes that finding time to balance all of your responsibilities is a challenge. If you have an aging loved one, then you might feel like you're at wit's end trying to keep everything in order. That is why we are here to help.
Our certified nursing assistants and home health aides are screened to ensure that your loved one is receiving the care they deserve. A component of the care they might receive is help with meal preparation. As we mentioned above, ensuring that your loved one is well-nourished and fed is crucial for their continued care.
The aides we refer to you all have expertise in providing care for seniors who have degenerative neurological disorders. So, they will know the appropriate strategies and techniques to practice during challenging situations.
ElderCare at Home also promises to match you with the caregiver who can meet your or your loved one's needs to the fullest. Visit our webpage and read about our Caregiver Match Guarantee.
If you have questions about how ElderCare can help,
please call us at
888-285-0093 or visit our website
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We're More Than Just Private Duty Home Care
Specialty Home Care Programs
 In addition to our Alzheimer's/dementia specific private duty referral services, ElderCare at Home, a licensed nurse registry, has referred caregivers who have provided exceptional care to thousands of patients through a number of specialty home care programs and our vast network of referred, independent contractors.
Each referral program allows the patient to recuperate in the place they most want to be... their own home! Most patients experience positive outcomes and are able to enjoy an improved quality of life.
ElderCare at Home is always here for you!
To learn more, reach out to us at anytime (561) 585-0400.
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Client Referral Program
A Promotional Offer From ElderCare at Home
ElderCare at Home would like to thank you!
As you know, our mission is to help seniors live confidently and age gracefully at home for as long as possible. We are continually working to educate the community about the services that we provide. However, it is often difficult to get this information to everyone.
ElderCare at Home would like to ask for your help in this endeavor. If you know of anyone who could benefit from our services, simply give them one of our Client Referral Program flyers with your name written on it and prompt them to schedule a FREE assessment. If they retain our services, we will give each of you 15% off a week's worth of services*!
Thank you so much for your help! We really appreciate it.
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Summer Ideas for Caregivers
An Ar
ticle from the ElderCare at Home Blog
Summer is approaching and that means the weather is warming up and outdoor events may start popping up everywhere you go. In this blog, we want to offer some tips on what caregivers can do to give themselves a break from the caregiving role.. [. . .]
For more information regarding Alzheimer's
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Caregiver Support Groups
Open Support Groups for Family Caregivers
Caring for someone that has Alzheimer's disease, dementia or other cognitive impairment is hard. These support groups are attended by caregivers who are struggling with all kinds of different challenges and emotions.
ElderCare at Home in cooperation with the Alzheimer's Care Resource Center, facilitates numerous Caregiver Support Groups throughout the Palm Beach County area.
Our Alzheimer's caregiver support groups are different! Our caregivers are able to come together and share in a warm, relaxed and nurturing environment.
We also offer a monthly telephone support group for all Alzheimer's caregivers who are either unable to attend in person, or live out of state.
Call (561) 588-4545 to RSVP
for any of the support groups listed.
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Career Opportunities
Accepting New CNA and HHA Registrations
 We are currently recruiting independent contractors who not
only enjoy working with the memory impaired, but who have an interest in making a difference in the lives of the patients and families they serve.
Do you have these qualities?
- Experience
- Compassion
- Loyalty
- Commitment
- Kindness
- Professionalism
Referral opportunities are available throughout South Florida.We've been helping
caregivers like you
find employment for over 20 years. As an Independent Contractor, you tell us exactly where you want to
work; how many hours you can devote to your clients; and the type of caregiving situations you are looking for!
Call us Today (561) 585-0400 or Apply Online
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The Best Compliment
Refer Your Friends and Family
The best compliment you can give us is the referral of your friends and family! We always appreciate referrals from our satisfied clients to friends and family members or professional resources. To send us a referral, simply call (561) 585-0400. Thank you! We welcome the opportunity to serve the people you care about. |
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