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Can I get paid to care for a family member?
Taking on a caregiving role is a full time job. Unfortunately, there isn’t a guaranteed paycheck for caregivers, however, there are several ways caregiving families may obtain financial relief for specific purposes, such as for respite care or to purchase goods and services and – in some cases – pay for caregiving.
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First Steps for Family Caregivers
Working as a caregiver for an elderly or disabled family member is often new territory for many caregivers. Your local Caregiver Resource Center is here for you: you are not alone.
Caregiving often creeps up on you. Gradually, you are doing more and more. At some point, you realize you have made a commitment to take care of someone else.
Social Distancing while Caregiving
As caregivers we love working with our loved ones to encourage positive engagement in the outside world. Time in the sunlight and fresh air is revitalizing to us all, especially to patients that often spend most, if not all, of their time confined indoors.
Self-Care while Staying at Home
While Coronavirus keeps us from our normal routines, learn important self-care techniques to practice during this time.
Assistive Technology in a Digital Age
These technologies range from mobility products and medication aids to vehicle modifications and tools for monitoring potential crises.
“Let’s Talk Caregiving” – Long Term Care Planning
In the March 2020 episode, Roberto and Martha discuss Long Term Care Planning, with special guest, Kimberly McGhee.
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Relaxation for Caregivers – Mindfulness Meditation
Relaxation exercises are an excellent way to reduce stress. As a caregiver, you can positively impact your health by practicing these relaxation techniques
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Caregiver Story – Hear from Lauren in Redwood
With this blog, Lauren hopes to not only bring the quiet prevalence of dementia to the forefront of public conversation, but to also connect the millions of caregivers who may feel isolated and misunderstood.
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Read this list and ask yourself which of these are you actively exercising, which do you need to start, and which do you need support with?
