November is National Family Caregivers Month, and Great Care joins the National Alliance for Caregiving in celebrating the selfless commitment of millions of Americans who care for loved ones. “This is a time to celebrate the contribution of those volunteer friends and family members who support a loved one with their health or managing a disability,” […]
Parenting a Parent: Caregiving and Sibling Rivalry
March 24, 2016 by ·
Caregiving affects many emotions within the family dynamic, especially when adult brothers and sisters are sharing the responsibilities of elder care. If old feelings or experiences of hurtfulness are left unresolved, unforeseen tension can arise when the caregiving responsibilities are shared in adulthood. According to the Family Caregiver Alliance (FCA), through its National Center on […]
Elder Care Projects: Simple and Non-Toxic Tie-Dye Creations
May 12, 2015 by ·
Elder Care in Greenwood, IN Permanent clothing dyes, however, can be messy and may even burn delicate skin it touches. This version uses unsweetened drink mixes as a simple, non-toxic alternative that produces lovely colors without the risk. You may want to do this project outside to make any spills even easier to handle. Get […]
Knitting for Elder Care in Greenwood, IN: What You Can Learn
July 1, 2014 by ·
Millions of people around the world have taken to knitting through the years, and their reasons are as diverse as they are from one another. If you’re looking for an activity to do with elder care, this is one that is not just for women, but something that men can do as well. There are […]
Elder Care in Greenwood, IN: Bedwetting
May 31, 2013 by ·
Bedwetting is an uncomfortable reality of aging. Even seniors who are otherwise physically and cognitively healthy may experience symptoms of incontinence. If your aging loved one has started having difficulty staying dry, you need to make changes to your elder care to ensure that she stays healthy and comfortable, while maintaining her dignity and self-esteem. […]
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