By: Elise Hensley, Care Coordination Manager for Little Rock Soiree. It doesn’t matter how many children you have cared for, because none of it really prepares you for what it’s like to care for an aging loved one. Although they may need help now, they once were young, vibrant individuals capable … [Read more...] about 5 Tips for Caring for Your Aging Loved One and Yourself
What Are the Duties and Responsibilities of a Caregiver?
Understanding the duties and responsibilities of a senior caregiver is important in embracing and growing within that role to better serve our elderly population.What is a Caregiver?Simply put, the caregiver job description is anyone who provides care for another person. That care can be as simple … [Read more...] about What Are the Duties and Responsibilities of a Caregiver?
Stress Management For Everyday Caretakers
Learning how to avoid stress as an everyday caretaker is essential to preventing burnout and maintaining your own mental health. A caregiver is an individual who provides assistance to another in need. Family caregivers or informal caregivers might provide long-term care services for an ill spouse, … [Read more...] about Stress Management For Everyday Caretakers
How Can We Care For Elderly Parents From A Long Distance?
People are leaving their hometowns in more significant numbers than ever before to pursue education and careers. Long-distance relationships with family and friends have become easier to maintain as technology has improved, but distance has a severe disadvantage as our families age. What happens … [Read more...] about How Can We Care For Elderly Parents From A Long Distance?
2022 Guide to Medicare Open Enrollment
At CareLink, we know finding a health care plan can be confusing. Getting enrolled in Medicare and understanding the various supplemental plans offered can be hard to navigate. We have a team of trained staff offering free Part D plan reviews throughout the open enrollment period to help … [Read more...] about 2022 Guide to Medicare Open Enrollment