How to Respond to Behavior Changes of Loved Ones with Dementia
How can you best respond to behavior changes and better manage a loved one with dementia whose thinking is also changing? Here are nine tips that will help.
Five Reasons to Make a Career Change to Homecare
It’s been said that “If you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life.” In our experience, we’ve found that this truism applies to caregivers who have long careers helping others.
Why Many Veterans Are Choosing Home Care as Their Next Career
Home healthcare agencies love hiring veterans, and many of them are choosing home care as their next career. What is it that is drawing our vets to this life-changing career? Here are five reasons
Five Common Misconceptions About Home Care
Here are five common misconceptions about home care and the facts that will alleviate any concerns you might have.
Come See Us at the Senior Fair in Lakewood Ranch!
Looking for food, raffle prizes, and free giveaways? Come visit First In Care at the Senior Fair in Lakewood Ranch!
Keeping Senior Loved Ones Active at Home
Searching for ways to keep your senior loved ones active at home can be challenging, but it’s a positive step that needs to be taken. Here are a few ideas to get you started.
What Does It Take to Become a Professional Caregiver
If you are considering a career in caregiving – congratulations. As you embark on your new career, let’s look at five things you need to consider in order to become a professional caregiver.
5 Questions You Should Ask During Your Caregiver Interview
It’s important that you find an agency that you feel will support you and treat you like the professional you are. Here are five questions you should ask during your caregiver interview.
What is the Difference Between Personal Care and Companion Care?
Home care agencies offer many different types of services, including personal care and companion care. Many people use these terms interchangeably, but there are significant differences between them. Let’s take a closer look at each.
Caregiver Health: Depression and Caregiving
Family caregivers spend an average of more than 24 hours a week helping their loved ones continue to live at home. Unfortunately, this time commitment and all the other obligations a caregiver has often put their physical and mental health at the bottom of their to-do list.