The sports clinic takes a holistic approach to rehabilitation by encouraging veterans’ caregivers to also participate in the sporting events. Sharing the moment with a spouse or loved one, or with a VA physical or recreational therapist, makes it that much more satisfying. Veterans can strengthen their bodies, as well as their sense of being and self-worth.
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READ MORESocializing with Home Care
A growing number of people are fans and followers of home care agencies on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. The home care industry has been trending up in social network activity, but recent upgrades from Facebook has given it the momentum it needs to truly make a difference in people’s lives.
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READ MOREA Commitment to a Better Tomorrow
Caregiving often calls upon us to enter complicated and seemingly hopeless situations. Yet, after more than 10 years in home care, I am still amazed by the great influence that a caregiver can have.
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READ MORECompanionship: An Important Part of the Healing Process
After an extended stay in the hospital it can be difficult for many nurses and case workers to see patients leave without any supplemental support. The healing process continues even after medical attention is discontinued. This is where home care comes in.
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READ MOREMany Family Caregivers Serve Veterans
Caregivers and veterans have a special relationship. A study by the National Alliance for Caregiving, “Caregivers of Veterans — Serving on the Homefront,” found that many family caregivers have served in the military, and often their recipients are veterans. In the study, the NAC assessed the needs of these caregivers and the veterans they care for.
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READ MOREPillar of Strength Award Ceremony
The Columbus location of Synergy HomeCare is buzzing with excitement, and for good reason. Today at 3pm they will attend the award ceremony for the family caregiver of the year, Bill Hayes.
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READ MOREA Dedication to the Greatest Generation
I hold the highest respect for the Greatest Generation, and constructed Synergy HomeCare’s caregiving system to treat them with the utmost dignity. As we reach out to new families each day and coordinate the best care attainable for their aging loved ones, we aim to give senior relatives the sense of freedom and expression that they want to retain throughout their elder years.
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READ MOREBasic Caregiving for the “Sandwich Generation”
It’s known as the “perfect storm”—the combined stress of caring for your aging parents and your children at the same time. If you have this double responsibility, you are a member of the sandwich generation, and face the same needs and opportunities of caring for your aging parents, yourself and your growing family.
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READ MORESocial Security’s 2011 Resolutions To You
In 2011, and for many years to come, Social Security resolves to help you. Learn more about Social Security at www.socialsecurity.gov.
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READ MORENew Updates to the Post 9/11 G.I. Bill
The New Year is beginning with some major updates to the Post 9/11 GI Bill. On January 4, President Barack Obama signed into law the Veterans Educational Assistance Improvements Act of 2010, which brings important changes to the GI Bill and other education benefits for veterans, especially for wounded warriors and disabled veterans.
