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Juggling Work and Caregiving

by Family Private Care | Jan 16, 2014 | Caregiving

Did you know that 42 million Americans juggle the demands of caregiving and working? If you are one of these people, it’s helpful to know that you are not alone. Still, how do all of these people balance the demands of work and caregiving? Is there a proven solution...

5 Tips for the New Caregiver

by Family Private Care | Jan 9, 2014 | Caregiving

Choosing to be a caregiver is a wonderful opportunity to help someone you love. Even though caregiving is a rewarding experience, it can also be emotionally and physically draining, which is why you need a strong support system, as well as your parents’ support. As...

Things to Remember When Deciding on Respite Care

by Family Private Care | Dec 25, 2013 | Respite Care

Respite care is a break for the caregiver, and it allows them to seek occasional time off from the demands of caring for their loved one. Taking care of an elderly family member is both mentally and physically draining, and that's why respite care is a necessity, not...

How to Develop a Respite Care Plan

by Family Private Care | Dec 18, 2013 | Respite Care

Establishing a respite care plan is not difficult as long as you give it the proper time and attention. Choose a time and place where you won’t be distracted and will have the opportunity to review all possible scenarios. The goal is to create a plan that outlines the...

Managing End of Life Symptoms

by Family Private Care | Dec 11, 2013 | Caregiving

The end of life process can be scary and troubling no matter how much you prepare for it. Thankfully, you do NOT have to go through this process alone. Hospice Home Care is a saving grace because it provides skilled, compassionate caregivers who walk the family...

Facts About Hospice Home Care

by Family Private Care | Dec 4, 2013 | Caregiving

There are many myths surrounding Hospice Home Care, but it’s important to clear up confusion since many families require hospice at some point. The thing to remember is that Hospice Home Care is nothing to be feared, and it can offer great help and peace during the...

Tackling the Holiday Blues in the Elderly

by Family Private Care | Nov 29, 2013 | Caregiving

For many of us, the holidays are filled with happiness, laughter and a calendar full of activities. It’s hard to imagine that this exciting time of year - “the most wonderful” as some call it - can bring some people sadness. But, it does. For instance, if someone lost...

10 Things A Private Caregiver Should Know About Your Loved One

by Family Private Care | Nov 22, 2013 | Caregiving, Home Health Care

There comes a time when families need a break from the day-to-day demands of caring for their loved one. This is where a respite caregiver can step in and provide you with some relief. Of course, you want to ensure that your loved one is receiving the highest quality...

Make the Holidays Brighter with Holiday Home Care

by Family Private Care | Nov 8, 2013 | Home Health Care

The holidays are here, and that means that people are busier than ever shopping for holiday gifts, making travel arrangements and planning holiday menus. Add that to the day-to-day demands of caring for an elderly loved one, and you have a full plate on your hands....