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Caregiving 101: How to Create a Caregiving Budget
Posted by Chad Birt on Tue May 16 2023
Providing care for a loved one is a selfless task, but it’s also costly. A national survey conducted by AARP found the annual cost of caregiving was $7,242, with family caregivers spending an average of 26% of their income on caregiving-related activities.Read More
How To Help a Loved One Eat Solids (Not Just Boost)
Posted by Chad Birt on Mon Sep 18 2023
Family caregiving presents various challenges, but one of the most perplexing is getting a loved one to eat. Many older adults, in particular, lose their appetite due to underlying medical or psychological conditions. Read More
Constipation in Older Adults: 9 Tips for Relief
Posted by Sophie Bebeau on Wed Nov 02 2022
Constipation isn’t a fun topic to talk about and is even less fun to experience. But if you're an older adult or the caregiver of an older adult, it's important to get comfortable talking about bowel movements. Constipation is very common in people over age 65, making up for 2.5 million visits to the doctor every year. That means if you or a loved one is constipated, you're not alone! This article will give you a quick overview of constipation, the signs and symptoms, home remedies to consider, and when to talk to your doctor. Read More
How to Care for a Stoma
Posted by Sophie Bebeau on Thu Feb 23 2023
One of the best ways to get comfortable with your stoma is by establishing a great care routine. Cleaning and caring for your stoma is incredibly important for keeping your stoma healthy and avoiding infections or other complications. This article breaks down all the steps to cleaning and caring for your stoma, including bag removal, cleaning, bag replacement, diet, exercise, and finding support. Read More