Episode 43: Strengthening Caregiver Health and Client Independence

When caregivers learn to move smarter, everyone benefits. In this episode of ComForConnections, occupational therapist Carol Chiang, founder of Evolving Homes, shares practical ways to protect caregiver health, prevent client falls, and build confidence for aging in place. Carol and host Tiffany Robinson discuss small shifts in technique, communication, and mindset that keep both caregivers and clients thriving.

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What you’ll learn in this episode

• How proper biomechanics protect caregivers from injury while supporting client mobility.
• Simple cueing techniques that build client confidence and independence.
• Why “don’t steal their therapy” is the key to long-term strength and dignity.
• How caregivers can mentor clients toward healthy daily habits that prevent hospitalizations.
• The core components of Carol’s Evolving Homes model for safe, confident aging in place.

Additional resources:

• Evolving Homes – Carol Chiang’s expert home modification and aging-in-place consulting.
• Age in Place or Find a New Space – A practical guide to creating safer, more supportive homes for aging adults, authored by Chiang.
• Managing Fall Risk – In-Home Safety Checks and Assessments – ComForCare’s guide to identifying hazards and making simple home updates that reduce fall risk. 

Featured Guest

Carol Chiang, Occupational Therapist, has spent more than 25 years helping older adults age safely and confidently in their homes. Through her company, Evolving Homes, and her book Age in Place or Find a New Space, she provides education and home assessments that bridge the gap between safety, design, and independence. Her expertise in biomechanics and aging-in-place strategy has made her a sought-after voice on caregiver health and home adaptation.

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About the Host

Tiffany Robinson is a passionate advocate for caregiver education. As the host of ComForConnections, she brings warmth, insight, and a deep understanding of the caregiving experience to every episode.