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If you’re looking for a career with purpose and impact, it might be time to consider becoming a caregiver for older adults. Learn more about a career in caregiving.
Use these 10 conversation starters for a meaningful communication with a loved one with .
Keeping an older adult's mind and body active and healthy can not only prevent frailty, but in some cases, reverse it. Use the suggestions to incorporate activities to enrich all aspects of an aging loved one’s life.
"Join our February 1st American Society on Aging webinar: “Ethical Decision Making for Working with Older Adults.” Learn more about the ethical considerations of working with older adults and the resources available to help support professionals and family caregivers. Consider complex family dynamics, addressing end-of-life wishes, preserving dignity and respect, promoting independence, and keeping the individual safe.
Find out about:
👉 Ethical principles of caregiving
👉 The prevention of neglect and abuse
👉 How to support decision making, independence and dignity
👉 Additional resources on the ethics of working with aging
Senior care professionals can earn one continuing education credit with attendance. HomeInstead.com/professionals
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The start of a new year is a perfect opportunity for older adults and caregivers to hit reset and resolve to make commitments that promote healthy aging. Use these aging-friendly resolutions to get started.
Provide the help and companionship older adults need, now more than ever. Join our team of Care Professionals today.
Personal care assistance helps older adults maintain dignity as they age while receiving care needed to stay healthy and independent. Our expert Care Professionals are trained to help with tasks like dressing, grooming and bathing. Find out more.
In case you missed it, catch the replay of our American Society on Aging webinar: “Companionship: The Missing Ingredient in Senior Nutrition.” credit available for senior care professionals until 2/7. Register here ➡️
https://bit.ly/3vcjFSr.
Older adults who eat meals with others take in more nutrients and reap additional benefits like decreased loneliness. Learn how companionship is often the missing ingredient in a healthy diet for an older adult.
Find out about:
👉 The causes and warning signs of poor nutrition
👉 The potential risks associated with eating alone
👉 The benefits of companionship at mealtime
👉 Resources to support nutritious meals for older adults
This time of year, it’s common for both older adults and caregivers to feel down. Surrounding yourself with positive people and making a commitment to healthy habits, can help boost your mood. Get more tips to cultivate optimism.
From safety-proofing bathrooms to navigating delusions, this 9-part video series aims to help caregivers manage common symptoms.
This year's , featured many amazing experts and answered so many good caregiving questions.
Watch this video as Dr. Lakelyn Eichenberger shares her top 5 chats from 2022 (with a little bonus at the end).
The video also includes the links to go back and view each of these videos and come back to them whenever you want.
"In case you missed it, catch the replay of our American Society on Aging webinar: “Companionship: The Missing Ingredient in Senior Nutrition.” credit available for senior care professionals. Register here ➡️ HomeInstead.com/professionals.
Older adults who eat meals with others take in more nutrients and reap additional benefits like decreased loneliness.
Find out about:
👉 The causes and warning signs of poor nutrition
👉 The potential risks associated with eating alone
👉 The benefits of companionship at mealtime
👉 Resources to support nutritious meals for older adults
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After spending more time with aging loved ones over the holidays, did you notice anything that seemed off? Changes like uncharacteristic clutter around the house or a decline in personal hygiene could signal that an older adult needs more help. Learn the signs.
Helping older adults maintain their independence and achieve their best quality of life is a meaningful experience. Learn more about a career in caregiving.
Sending wishes to our entire Home Instead family for joy, fulfillment, and good health in the New Year!
"Light housekeeping help from a caregiver for just a few hours a week can help keep the home clean while offering your aging loved one companionship and support that they can look forward to on a regular basis. Find out more.
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