by Bluebird Homecare | Apr 13, 2020 | Blog, Caregivers, caregiving strategies, in-home care
Homecare is critical for older patients who need a little more help each day. But for the patient — or the patient’s family — it can be a hard transition. Welcoming someone new into your home and life can be hard to get used to. It might even leave you asking how to...
by Bluebird Homecare | Sep 20, 2019 | Blog, Caregivers, caregiving strategies
About 43.5 million adults – or 1 in 3 – offer unpaid, informal caregiving in the US according to the Family Caregiver Alliance. Being a caregiver can be an extremely difficult and exhaustive task, especially if it’s done alongside other responsibilities such as work...
by Bluebird Homecare | May 2, 2018 | Blog, caregiving strategies, elder care, homecare strategies, in-home care, independent living
Increasing numbers of Americans are reaching their golden years. Technological innovations are making it possible for the more than 99% of seniors who want to age in place to maintain maximum independence. New research, coupled with these advancements, has made it...
by Bluebird Homecare | Jan 23, 2018 | Blog, caregiving strategies, elder care, in-home care
If you are a primary caregiver for a family member who is ailing or aging, there might be a lot of questions about the best course of action. This time in your life can be stressful. You’re taking care of someone who you love deeply. At the same time, you need...
by Bluebird Homecare | Dec 28, 2017 | Blog, caregiving strategies, elder care, homecare strategies, in-home care
Current and emerging technologies are revolutionizing in-home care delivery for seniors. This is especially promising for the nearly 90 percent of baby-boomers who want to “age in place,” remaining in their own homes as long as possible. Advances in...
by Bluebird Homecare | Nov 14, 2017 | alzheimer's care, Blog, caregiving strategies
Living with Alzheimer’s is challenging, and watching the disease progress in a loved one can be extremely difficult for caregivers. Dementia causes sensory capabilities to decline. Even when older people are not experiencing problems with vision or hearing, they...
