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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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Giving Thanks to Our Family Caregivers
National Family Caregivers Month
Giving Thanks to Our Family Caregivers
November is a month that reminds us to give thanks to those around us and to those we love. Today, we want you to remind you to keep family caregivers in your thoughts this month. A family caregiver is anyone who provides care for a loved one in their family. During the holidays, it is common for families to get together to spend time with one another. Usually, one or several family members are responsible for caring for an aging loved one, even during the holidays. A majority of time is spent on caregiving at the expense of a caregiver's health, social life, and relaxation. And as much as we emphasizing that caring for a loved one is not an inherently negative experience, it is a stressful one. So, we must recognize the energy, hard work, and care that go into such a tremendous task!
That being said, National Family Caregivers Month is November! What better way to celebrate caregivers that doing it during the months of Thanksgiving? This month is meant to "raise awareness of family caregiver issues, celebrate the efforts of caregivers, educate family caregivers about self-identification, and increase support for family caregivers."
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If you are not a family caregiver reading this, how can you show them appreciation and thanks?
Here are some suggestions:
- Tell them! Sometimes a "thank you" is all people need to hear to feel like what they are doing matters. It can be hard to realize that our actions are important when we work so hard, and sometimes it leads to a small or even no benefit. Be sure to let them know that you care.
- Pay Attention: If you have a caregiver in your family or as a friend, pay attention to the things they have to say about it. Listening can be a great sign of appreciation as it shows you are there for them and empathizing with them.
- Ask How You Can Help: If it is possible for you to do so, offer a helping hand. Sometimes just a little help can be a huge relief.
If you're a family caregiver reading this, then we want you to take a moment to appreciate yourself. And we want to let you know that WE appreciate you! Recognize all the hard work you do. This month we want to encourage that you take some time to practice self-care, like taking some time to relax, exercise, meditate, walk around the block, whatever makes you feel better. You devote so much time and energy to your caregiving role, it is completely okay to devote a few minutes to yourself.
This month is about you, and we hope that you take that self-appreciation with you beyond this month. Caring for yourself, asking for help, and working with others are all crucial components to caregiving. Also, know that ElderCare at Home is here for you, as well!
If you have any questions or want to learn more
about how ElderCare can help,
then please call 888-285-0093 or visit our
website.
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ElderCare at Home's Tips and Tools
Caregiving is a tough job to take on. Fortunately, you do not have to do it all alone. ElderCare at Home wants to provide you with the resources you need to be the best caregiver you can. Please click below to visit our new webpage:
Download our Caregiver Tips & Tools
Click our link to learn about suggestions and tips to make you a more efficient caregiver. And if we can't answer a specific question, we will give you the appropriate resources you need to find answers.
Making positive change to your caregiving techniques can have benefits for both you and your loved one.
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ElderCare at Home is Thankful For...
Happy Thanksgiving Caregivers
 Sometimes it's easier to focus on what we don't have, rather than what we do have. It's important to take time out and remember all of the things to be thankful for that many of us take for granted.
1. We are thankful for the millions of family caregivers - the silent heroes of our society - who care for their relatives with courage and grace.
2. We are thankful for the millions of professional caregivers, including the Certified Nursing Assistants and Home Health Aides who don't often get the recognition they deserve, for the compassionate care they've chosen as their life's work.
3. We are thankful for the agencies and organizations that provide information, resources and emotional support to families affected by Alzheimer's disease and dementia.
4. We are thankful for the scientists, physicians and others who are working hard to find a cure.
5. We are thankful for the advocates, which include elected officials, advocacy workers and volunteers, who fight for more research funding and an increase in accessible services.
6. And most importantly, we are thankful for the people in our lives with Alzheimer's or a related dementia who have taught us so much. We know that we are better people because of our time spent with them.
If From all of us at ElderCare at Home, we wish you
and your family a very Happy Thanksgiving!
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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, do not hesitate to call us at
561-585-0400!
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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Mindfulness and Family Caregiving
A Video for Family Caregivers
Family caregiving can be a full-time job. It can take a lot of your time and sap you of your energy. Without taking some time to reduce your stress levels and care for your mental health, you may eventually burnout.
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Meaningful Ways to Honor Veterans Day
Veterans Day is November 11th
1. Take a Moment to Hug a Veterans.
Pause for a moment at
11:00am on Veterans day to consider those who have served and silently thank them for having provided us with the greatest gift of all-freedom. And, for those of us fortunate enough to have a veteran at home, hug them tightly and thank them for their daily sacrifice and service to our country.
2. Celebrate the Day.
Support the businesses that support our military. Many restaurants and stores offer promotions on Veterans Day to military members and their families. Take your vet to lunch or, if you're not military, simply show your support for our troops by patronizing one of the many participating vendors.
3. Commune.
Visit your local VA or military hospital and say hello. Bring your kids and have them draw pictures or, if they're old enough, ask questions about the service of those you're able to spend some time with. By sharing just a little of our time and a smile, we can show our appreciation and reverence for fellow vets.
4. Teach Children About Veterans Day.
Explain to your children or family members that Veterans Day celebrates all members of the military, those currently serving and those who have served previously, those who have served in times of peace as well as war. This differs from Memorial Day, which is a day to commemorate specifically those who died while serving, especially those who died in combat.
5. Remember the Holiday All Year Round.
We are fortunate to have a day that provides a national platform through which to show our appreciation for our veterans. But a simple "thank you" at any time during the year is a great way to show appreciation for all our military members past and present for the service they provide every day.
Happy Veterans Days to All!
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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When a Spouse Needs Care
K n o w i n g H o w t o R e s p o n d
When a Spouse Needs Care
Having an aging loved one develop a degenerative neurological disease is a tragedy, but what happens when that loved is your spouse? Words could not possibly describe the pain and fear that might engulf you, since this experience radically changes every aspect of your life. If your spouse recently received a diagnosis for Alzheimer's or any other form of dementia, it may be helpful to know about some of the changes that will come. Knowing what to expect can help you cope with the stresses more effectively as you might be able to mentally prepare and develop resilience.
Your Role: Your role as a spouse will change. Perhaps before the diagnosis, you provided for your spouse in various ways. Maybe it was financially, maybe it was help around the house. Whatever the role you had before, you will likely have to start directing hands-on attention to your spouse as their illness progresses. You may continue to assume the previous responsibilities, but you may have to add on helping your loved one get dressed, bathe, or eat.
Mental Wellbeing: Everybody responds to stress a little differently. Some may look stress in the eyes and tackle challenges with steadfast commitment. Others may experience a "breakdown", which may consist of being unable to control your emotions, especially sadness. Others may even avoid stress altogether by removing themselves from the situation. Whatever the case may be, these reactions are normal and do not deserve any kind of criticism. You are entitled to the way you feel. But if stressors in your life become unmanageable, it is important to seek help, either through a mental health counselor or a visit to the doctor, the latter of which can give you more direction on what to do. If you neglect your mental wellbeing, you may be at risk for developing depression or anxiety, which can have devastating impacts on other aspects of your life.
Physical Wellbeing: The stresses of caregiving-for anyone-can effect your daily schedule and routines. Having a spouse in the same home may intensify your caregiving role. It may impact any physical activity your were getting or your sleeping schedule. This may, in turn, lead to weight loss or weight gain, feeling tired, getting headaches, and exacerbate mental health illness like depression and anxiety.
Changing Family Relationships: Having a spouse with a degenerative neurological disease may alter the rhythm of family events and relationships you were used to before his or her diagnosis. There are now so many things to keep in mind, like: (1) If you choose to travel for the holidays, what kind of travel arrangements do you have to make? (2) How might interactions with friends or family members change? (3) How will you manage your role as a caregiver along with your role as a sister, aunt, cousin, or friend?
These are important considerations, and you do not have to have all of the answers immediately. Other family members or friends may be extremely understanding and empathetic to your situation. You may find people going out of their way to make accommodations for you, not because they think you're a burden, but because they value you and your loved one.
Fortunately, there are plenty of resources that exist to help alleviate your burden and to encourage balance in your life. As many health experts might advise, balancing responsibilities along with obligations to yourself is key. Do not forget that is okay to ask for some help from friends or family if you want to spend time exercising or meditating. If you care for yourself and ensure your own physical and mental wellbeing, it will be a lot easier to respond to the needs of others.
ElderCare at Home is here to help you. Please let us know if you have any questions by calling
1-888-285-0093 or visiting our
website.
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 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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The Future of Technology and Dementia Care
An Ar
ticle from the ElderCare at Home Blog
It is becoming increasingly known that as our aging population rises, so will the prevalence of dementia. By the year 2050, dementia is predicted to impact more than 110 million people, nearly triple the amount that impacts people across the world today.
[1] Yet, as with many challenges that have faced humanity over the centuries, there are also expected to be some innovations that will help us manage this potential problem. Today, technology already serves as an important tool in dementia care. For instance, many people already rely on smart phones, electronic calendars, medication management, and some telecommunication software to assist them in caring for their loved one. In the future, these technologies are likely to advance even further.
In this blog, we will discuss some of the potential technological innovations that will assist dementia patients and caregivers alike.
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 more than 17 Caregiver Support Groups throughout the Palm Beach County area (Palm Beach Gardens, West Palm Beach, Wellington, Lake Worth, Delray Beach and Boca Raton)
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 17 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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