Client & Family Topics
How to Discuss the Topic of Home Care with a Senior
Last week, we highlighted some common signs that your parent needs home care. You may notice some of these signs when you see your parent over the holidays. But once you realize that the time is nearing when you’ll need help from Mom or Dad, you’ll need to have a meaningful discussion with them. How…
Read More5 Holiday Warning Signs Your Parent Needs Home Care
Returning home for the holidays is a nostalgic time, giving you a chance to reunite with your family members in person. If it’s been a while since you’ve seen Mom or Dad, though, you may notice some concerning changes in their behavior, their well being, or even in the upkeep of their house. Since the…
Read MoreIs a Private Caregiver or a Home Care Agency the Best Home Care Option for You?
When it comes to arranging home care for you or a loved one, you’ll have a few different options to consider. One of the first decisions that you’ll need to make is to determine if hiring a private caregiver or working with a home care agency is the right option for you. Not sure? We’ll…
Read MoreHow Home Care Can Help Your Entire Family
At Cahoon Care, we offer home care for seniors, but the truth is that our home care services often help entire families. Seniors themselves clearly benefit from the services, but so do the family members who had been caring for them, as well as their other family members. When you invest in home care, you’re…
Read More5 Strategies for Coping with Caregiver Burnout
Last week we discussed 10 signs of caregiver burnout that you need to be aware of. Burnout can happen when the emotional and physical demands of caregiving become too much for you. If you recognized some of those signs of burnout in yourself, then it’s time to change the situation. 5 Strategies That Can Help…
Read More10 Signs of Caregiver Burnout to Watch Out For
Caring for a senior, especially when that senior is a loved one, is a challenging task. Not only is caregiving physically demanding, but there’s a high degree of stress and an emotional factor involved, too. Because caregiving is so challenging, caregiver burnout is a very real possibility. This psychological condition is caused by stress, and…
Read MoreThe Top Dangers Seniors Living Alone Face
Most seniors are determined to remain in their homes for as long as possible, and with good reason. Many of them have spent years in their homes, making their homes reassuring, comfortable places that hold important memories. But when it comes to seniors living alone, they often face dangers that can put their health and…
Read More5 Home Modifications to Make for Easier Caregiving and Improved Senior Safety
Home caregiving can help seniors to remain safely in their homes for as long as possible, but many houses weren’t arranged with senior care in mind. Mobility issues, equipment like wheelchairs and rollators, and navigating the bathroom can all be a challenge depending on how a house is set up. However, there are some modifications…
Read MoreHow to Create a Medication List for Your Loved One
Seniors are often on multiple medications, and they can contribute to the senior’s overall health. But in a medical emergency, it’s important for first responders, doctors, and anyone else involved in a patient’s care to know about those medications. This is where a medication list can be an important safety precaution. Does your loved one…
Read MoreHow Cahoon Care Personalizes Our Home Care Services To Each Senior’s Needs
When it comes to home care for seniors, customized care is the key to success. Every senior deserves home care tailored to their unique needs, but sometimes large agencies miss that important customization factor. At Cahoon Care, we tailor our caregiving services to each and every senior. Here’s how we do it. What Cahoon Care…
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