More Care, Less Cost!
Outside the world of paid work, the people most prone to burnout are caregivers – people who devote themselves to the unpaid care of chronically ill or disabled family members. The demands of caregiving can be overwhelming, especially if you feel you have little control over the situation or that you’re in over your head….
A guide for caregivers and family–
From preventative exercise routines, to housing options, money-management and estate-planning, we’ve got expert advice for every part of caring for an elderly friend or family member…
How to Care: Long-Distance Caregiving–
Long-distance caregiving can be just as or even more stressful than being there. Long-distance caregivers may not be on site providing direct care, but they could be busy in their role as care managers — locating and coordinating services; negotiating with the care recipient, health professionals and family members; delegating tasks; monitoring the situation and making decisions.Telephone and travel may provide some relief but distance can heighten the caregiver’s feelings of anxiety and guilt. An extended period of long-distance caregiving exacts a heavy toll on the caregiver’s personal, family and work life….
Elders – Health and Social Services
Ethnocultural Elders and Mental Health–
The most recent figures from Statistics Canada show that, over the next 10 years, the percentage of Canadians over the age of 65 with a non-English or non-French-speaking background will increase from 17% to 20%.1 That translates into an increase of about 1 million to 1.3 million people. These are huge numbers—and are just the tip of the iceberg. We therefore need to reflect on our current geriatric mental health programs….
SeniorSSuperStoreS – Gifts, Products and Resources for Seniors
If you are a senior or someone with impairments that affect your ability to live comfortably and independently, then we are your One-Stop-Shop to help you live with more self-confidence and more dignity….
In-home Care Can Help Elders Stay Part of Family Functions–
Caregivers are often torn between wanting their parent, who may live in assisted living, a nursing home or even at home alone, to be a part of family functions, and wondering how they can pull it off. Whether the event is a family wedding or a Christmas celebration, they often think “Grandma would love this.” And then? How do we combine taking care of Grandma and attending or creating the function itself? How do we pay attention to the bride and groom, if Grandma needs all of our care? Enter in-home caregivers…
In-home Care Can Help Elders Stay Part of Family Functions–
Caregivers are often torn between wanting their parent, who may live in assisted living, a nursing home or even at home alone, to be a part of family functions, and wondering how they can pull it off. Whether the event is a family wedding or a Christmas celebration, they often think “Grandma would love this.” And then? How do we combine taking care of Grandma and attending or creating the function itself? How do we pay attention to the bride and groom, if Grandma needs all of our care? Enter in-home caregivers.
Supporting the primary caregiver: Mistakes made, lessons learnt, tips shared–
Rajesh is a management consultant living in Bangalore. His wife’s mother started showing dementia symptoms around 13 years ago and was diagnosed 10 years ago; the caregiving fell on his wife, who, as primary caregiver, got increasingly pulled into providing the care. In this candid write-up, Rajesh shares how he failed to support his wife because of ignorance and some incorrect attitudes, and how he finally understood what supporting a caregiver involves. Based on his experience, he shares tips on how close family members can support primary caregivers….



