Caregivers

Taking Care of Aging Parents

Taking Care of Your Aging Parents

As we age, one of the hardest things to accept is that our parents are getting older too. When an aging parent can no longer take care of themselves in the way they used to, it is often the aging parents child or children who step up to take care of their loved one. We are so very lucky to…

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Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month

MARCH IS MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS AWARENESS

What is Multiple Sclerosis? Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a disease that impacts the brain and spinal cord which make up the central nervous system and controls everything we do. The exact cause of MS is unknown, but we do know that something triggers the immune system to attack the brain and spinal cord. The resulting damage to myelin, the protective…

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national caregiver appreciation

National Caregivers Appreciation Month

November is designated as National Caregiver Appreciation Month, a time to honor the people who give freely of their time and resources in the service of others. Caregiving can be a 24-hours a day/7-days a week job. Caring for a senior with Alzheimer’s or a child with special needs can be non-stop. Providing care around the clock can crowd out…

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Home Care Alternatives Referral Program

?Home Care Alternatives Referral Program? DID YOU KNOW? HCA PROVIDES CARE FOR RESIDENTS IN… Lansing Bath Dewitt Laingsburg Ovid St. Johns East Lansing Haslett Okemos Holt Mason Eaton Rapids Dansville Potterville Stockbridge Williamston Leslie Olivet Charlotte Grande Ledge As our borders expand, so do our job opportunities and here’s where you can help. For a limited time, all HCA employees…

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caregiver health

Caregiver Mental/Physical Health Management

CAREGIVER MENTAL/PHYSICAL HEALTH MANAGEMENT Managing our mental and physical health is so important to ensure we are strong and prepared to tackle the stresses of what each day has for us. However, during a crisis such as the COVID-19 pandemic, it is common for everyone to experience increased levels of distress and anxiety, particularly as a result of social isolation.…

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6 Self-Care Tips for Caregivers

??‍♀️6 SELF-CARE TIPS FOR CAREGIVERS???‍♀️ 1. Eat health meals regularly 2. Stay hydrated 3. Sleep and rest regularly 4. Make time for exercise 5. Ask for & accept support! 6. Give yourself a break Check out our Facebook page for more daily tips on self care and wellness for caregivers⤵️ ?? https://www.facebook.com/homecarealternativesLansing

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