READ MORE7 Essential Characteristics of In-Home Caregivers For Seniors That Promote Person-Centered Care


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Person-centered care is an effective approach for optimizing quality of life as well as outcomes for people receiving care. This involves treating the person, not their condition, by taking the time to get to know the person and incorporate who they are into the provision of care – an approach that creates a bond between…

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READ MOREHow To Find Help for Family Caregivers


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Are you a family caregiver? Chances are, you may not even realize you are because you are simply doing what comes naturally for your family. But the reality is that there are millions of people helping family members live their best life. This could include activities important for daily living such as bathing and dressing,…

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READ MORECoping with a Loved One’s Chronic Illness: Self-care for the Caregiver


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Are you caring for a loved one living with a chronic illness such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, diabetes or cancer? In addition to the physical toll that may come with helping someone dress, walk or bathe, there is also an emotional toll that accompanies caregiving. It therefore follows that in order to properly take care of…

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READ MOREStress Busters for Family Caregivers


Stress Busters for Family Caregivers

Caregiving for older loved ones can be taxing on even the most resilient people. That’s why self care is so important—it allows you to reset and restore balance. Looking for a way to recharge? Here are seven stress busters designed for family caregivers. Get active. Any form of exercise from yoga, walking, gardening or riding…

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READ MOREOur caregivers' 6 step coronavirus safety protocol


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The health, safety, and well-being of our clients and their families is always our top priority. We continue to closely monitor information about the virus as it is released by reputable public health organizations like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO). We are committed to providing best practices for prevention and the most up-to-date information available.

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READ MOREShould you hire a home care agency or a private caregiver?


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One of the hardest moments for an adult son or daughter is realizing an aging parent needs help with daily living. The signs are obvious: a once meticulous home becomes untidy, they wear the same clothes almost every day, new dents in their car, the refrigerator has little food inside, poor personal hygiene goes by the wayside. And sadly the list goes on.

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READ MOREAdult son can travel while caregivers care for his dad


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I realized that their services could be a solution to help me fulfill my desire to travel. From this first meeting, I made a connection and built a level of trust with SYNERGY HomeCare and I knew my father would be in good hands while I was traveling.

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READ MORECaregiver Corner – Music Therapy


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Music can play a valuable part in caregiving. It can stimulate wonderful memories and positive emotions. Here is some information about the use of music in caregiving.

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READ MOREFree Expert Alzheimers Advice for Family Caregivers


SYNERGY HomeCare Longest Day Alzheimer's Webinars for Family Caregivers

At SYNERGY HomeCare, we honor The Longest Day by hosting a full day of webinars to provide you and your support system the tools and resources needed to help you care for those living with Alzheimer’s. Several of these webinars will also be beneficial to families whose lives have been impacted by age or illness.

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READ MOREGet Packing: Vacation Time for Caregivers


Get Packing – Vacation Time For Caregivers

Summertime means travel time for a lot of families. Vacations, visiting friends and relatives can all pose a dilemma for those who are acting as primary caregivers for an elderly loved one. What are the options for the caregiver when they want to take a much-deserved trip?

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