Self Care for the Caregiver
When it comes to family caregivers, there’s something incredibly important that is often overlooked. This crucial piece of the family caregiver puzzle is self care.
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Caregiver Burnout and the Dementia Patient
For those caring for an older loved one, they are likely no stranger to the burnout often associated with this type of care. Learn how to manage caregiver stress. Keep
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ComForCare/At Your Side Home Care Recognized as Number One in At Home Care on Fortune's Best Workplaces in Aging Services List for 2021
Earning the number one position on this prestigious list confirms the positive workplace culture cultivated by ComForCare and At Your Side’s franchisees, as well as the brand’s emphasis on helping others live their best lives possible.
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Great Place To Work Certification Nation Day Blog
Our employees are the heart of ComForCare and At Your Side. Our team members reflect our company culture and drive our mission to help others live their best lives possible. Keep
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DementiaWise Spotlight
ComForCare’s DementiaWise® Program is recognized by the Alzheimer’s Association® for incorporating evidenced-based Dementia Care Practice Recommendations in the following topic areas: Alzheimer’s and dementia, person-centered care, assessment and care planning, activities of daily living, and behaviors and communication. Keep
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About Frontotemporal Dementia
Receiving a frontotemporal dementia (FTD) diagnosis can leave many family members and loved ones... Keep
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About Lewy Body Dementia
Lewy body dementia (LBD) presents unique challenges for those living with it and their families.... Keep
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Poor Sleep Can Increase Dementia Risks
Sleep is essential for our mental and physical health in all walks of life, but many older adults... Keep
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ComForCare and At Your Side Home Care Are Certified as a Great Place To Work®
Great Place To Work Institute has honored ComForCare and At Your Side Home Care with certification as a Great Place To Work. The certification process considered thousands of employee surveys from across the U.S. Keep
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ComForCare Provides Free Monthly Caregiving Training
ComForCare and At Your Side Home Care are providing training and resources to caregivers through its Staying Connected Caregiver Training Series. The 30-minute live virtual training is offered monthly and is free. Keep
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Understanding Mild Cognitive Impairment
Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) affects approximately 15-20% of people age 65 or older, with a... Keep
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Understanding the Three D's: Dementia, Delirium and Depression - For Health Care Professionals
Join us Wednesday, March 31 from 1pm - 2:30pm EST.
Heather McKay, PhD, OT/L, dementia care specialist, will present Understanding the Three D's: Dementia, Delirium and Depression." Awareness of the "three Ds" and a willingness to investigate a variety of causes will facilitate improved treatment of outcome for any patient with confusion or an altered mental status. Keep
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Understanding Vascular Dementia
Vascular dementia is the second most common cause of dementia. It's referred to by some as a... Keep
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Tips for Talking to Your Senior Parents About the COVID-19 Vaccine
Adults age 65 and up and/or individuals with pre-existing health conditions (i.e. diabetes, asthma,... Keep
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6 Socially Distanced Winter Activities for Seniors
Winter is here, and some of us are already experiencing those colder temperatures. As even chillier... Keep
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Documents to Prepare With Your Older Loved One
Important paperwork and documents are markers of adulthood, and they become even more important as... Keep
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What to Look for When Visiting Older Adults During the Holidays
For many families, the holidays are the only time they have to spend together, and COVID-19 has... Keep
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How Family Caregivers Can Provide Care During COVID-19
Taking care of others, especially older loved ones, is a role that can be both incredibly rewarding... Keep
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How to Get Your Parent to Accept Help at Home
By Bill Woods, ComForCare of Washtenaw/Downriver
When it comes time for your parent to... Keep
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What Family Caregivers Should Do if They Contract COVID-19
Caregiving for an older loved one can be challenging, and the current pandemic makes it even more... Keep
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