The Village Caregiving Blog
Recognizing the Early Signs of Stroke Before It’s Too Late
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), stroke is a leading cause of death for Americans and a major cause of serious disability for adults. Rapid loss of brain function occurs each minute that a stroke goes untreated. However, fear does not...
Daily Tasks of a Companion Caregiver
Senior isolation is a growing nationwide concern that impacts aging adults' routines, emotional health and quality of life. Research from the University of Michigan's National Poll on Healthy Aging, which surveys adults aged 50 to 80, reveals the prevalence of...
How to Help an Elderly Loved One Find Purpose and Joy Again
Aging can bring health challenges and lifestyle changes that alter a person's sense of purpose and meaning in life. Helpful accommodations, new experiences, engagement in hobbies and connection with others can help your loved one find meaning in life and enjoy their...
How to Manage Pain and Symptoms at Home
The role of family caregivers is essential for helping seniors manage pain and symptoms at home. For family members unable to visit their loved ones regularly to help with pain management, family caregivers fill the gap by offering nonmedical, supportive care. With...
Emotional Benefits of Companionship Care for the Elderly
Although loneliness happens to people at any age, seniors experience loneliness at greater levels. Approximately 37% of United States adults between the ages of 50 and 80 have felt lonely and 34% reported feeling socially isolated. Introducing a companion as a...
Palliative vs. Hospice Care
The primary difference between palliative and hospice care lies in their purpose. Hospice care is designed to provide comfort during the final stages of an illness, while palliative care aims to enhance comfort while you or a loved one receive curative treatments....
Navigating HIPAA and Caregiving
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is a set of national standards for how health care providers, caregivers and related organizations must store and handle sensitive health information. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services...
How to Prevent Hospital Readmission
About 16% of hospitalized Medicare seniors in the U.S. are readmitted within 30 days. Quality senior care after hospital discharge has been shown to reduce the risk of hospital readmission, which is why it's essential to understand the reasons for readmissions and how...
How Pets Can Enhance Senior Well-Being
While younger family members are working and building families, seniors are often retiring and enjoying a more relaxed pace of life. Their days are quieter and longer, which may lead to feelings of loneliness and restlessness, especially for those who have previously...