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A boy wears headphones in front of a computer while doing homework. Family caregivers need to know how to support a child with autism.Blog
How to Support a Child with Autism: A Family Caregiver’s Guide
When raising a child with autism, you'll face challenges but also find rewards. It will help on your journey to learn about the autistic behaviors you might encounter and what drives them so...
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What Are the Four Types of Caregivers?
A caregiver is someone who supports and assists people with illnesses, injuries, or disabilities. It’s a role which may include a variety of services, from managing daily tasks to monitoring...
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Family Caregiver Support Guide: How to Confidently Care for a Loved One
Being a caregiver for your loved one can be rewarding, providing you both with connection and purpose. But it can also come with challenges, giving you little time to recharge.Whether you’re...
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A woman visits her elderly mother and goes through a holiday caregiver checklist.Blog
Caregiver Checklist: What to Watch for When Visiting Elderly Loved Ones Over Holidays
The holiday season often feels like a whirlwind of shopping, cooking, cleaning, and family visits. But amidst the festive meals and family traditions, it’s also important to connect with...
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An in-home nurse holds a syringe while doing tube feeding at home.Blog
Using a Feeding Tube at Home: Tips for Safe and Effective Tube Care
When a person isn’t able to eat or drink enough by mouth, a feeding tube can help them get the nutrients they need. Tube feeding, also called enteral nutrition, delivers a fortified liquid...
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The Benefits of 24-Hour Home Care
For many families, the decision of how best to care for aging loved ones is difficult and emotionally challenging. This can be a stressful time for families, who may feel overwhelmed managing care...
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Ways to Support a Person with Autism
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurological and developmental disorder that affects a person's social interaction, communication, interests, and behaviors. According to the Centers for...
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Why You Should Check in with Senior Loved Ones More Often
While many seniors prefer to age in place to retain the comforts and familiarity of home, there are challenges that come with aging at home. In particular, the lack of mobility that comes with age,...
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Navigating Holidays When Loved Ones Need Care
Thoughts of the holiday season may have you dreaming of sugar plums and family gatherings for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, or Kwanzaa. But what about navigating holidays throughout the year...
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How Family Caregivers Can Overcome the Loss of a Loved One
Losing a loved one can be devastating for family caregivers. The emotions you experience after this loss can be complex, especially if you were providing caregiver support for a family member with...