by Chantal LaPointe | May 1, 2018 | Family Blogs, Inspiration Blogs, Social Media Blogs, Week 4
Reminders That You Care One of the toughest parts of caregiving is the repetition. You don’t like repeating yourself again and again. Your loved one does not like getting constant instructions. No one wants to be dependent. The Companion is great for repeating...
by Chantal LaPointe | May 1, 2018 | Family Blogs, Main Feature, Social Media Blogs, Week 4
The Doctor Wants What? Upon leaving the hospital with a loved one, the common feeling is “what now?” and how do we avoid this from happening again? The doctor prescribes a list of changes that need to occur. These new tasks will get your loved one back to health. ...
by Chantal LaPointe | Apr 30, 2018 | Family Blogs, Social Media Blogs, Week 4, Welcome Blogs
Evolve the Routine Aging and illness cause complexity and change. Your loved one’s lifelong routine no longer works. Routines must evolve. Commitments must adjust. This leads to more change and more difficulties. “When you’re caring for elderly population,...
by Chantal LaPointe | Jan 31, 2018 | Family Blogs, Inspiration Blogs, Social Media Blogs, Week 3
It’s a Tool, Not a Toy Technology is more simple than ever. It can finally make your life easier and allow you to be more independent. Now let’s get down to the specific reasons why technology can help you and is not just a toy. As we age, our need to...
by Chantal LaPointe | Jan 31, 2018 | Caregiver Blogs, Main Feature, Social Media Blogs, Week 3
Establish Stability in a Time of Need Professional caregivers will tell you that it all starts with building trust. The best care starts with a trusting relationship. Building this positive relationship takes time. Troubles arise when you first meet or help with a...
by Chantal LaPointe | Jan 31, 2018 | Caregiver Blogs, Family Blogs, Old Instructions, Social Media Blogs, Week 3
Bring Stories to Life, Everyday Healthy routines are key for better health. You can help to encourage a better routine even if you are not present. You can be an active part of your loved one’s care. You can help them stay engaged by reminding them of activities,...
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