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Shut-In But Not Shut Out: How I Live a Full Life at Home

Linda Sweet has been receiving care and support from her friend through the Caregiver Homes model of care for about two years.

10 Tips for Elders to Meet Their Nutrition Goals

Kathy Swideriski is an RN for Caregiver Homes at the Springfield, Massachusetts Branch.

IN-HOME PATIENT CARE FOR HIP REPLACEMENT SURGERY

By Julian Hills, a staff writer for Drugwatch since 2013. Drugwatch.com is a comprehensive resource about side effects and complications from commonly prescribed drugs and oft-used medical devices.

Caregiving Tips for Extreme Cold Weather

This article was contributed by Linda Morreale-Steele, RN, a Clinical Specialist for Caregiver Homes.

Overcoming Caregiver Guilt, One Day at a Time

This article was written by Flora Torres, a Care Manager for Caregiver Homes.

How to Protect Your Hearing Health

Elizabeth Azevedo-Flowers is the Caregiver Homes Branch Manager for the Southeast Region in Massachusetts.

The Importance of Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities

Caring Like Family

This article was written by Diana Holmes, the is the Caregiver Homes Branch Manager for Attleboro, MA.

Double Jeopardy Families

This article was written by Sue Gregg, the Midwest Regional Director for Caregiver Homes.

Staying Healthy and Hydrated During the Summer

By Linda Morreale-Steele, an Assistant Branch Manager for Caregiver Homes, with a background in nursing.

Managing Fall Risks: Knowing the Signs & Tips for Prevention

By Mary Davies, an RN at Caregiver Homes.

Elder Abuse Awareness

By Mary Frugoli, the Caregiver Homes Branch Manager for the South Shore area in Mass.

WHEN THE ROLES ARE REVERSED: CARING FOR YOUR PARENTS

Brian McKaig is the Caregiver Homes State Director for Rhode Island.

SPRING CLEANING: AN OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE YOUR HOME SAFER FOR YOU AND YOUR LOVED ONE

This article was written by Julie Ely, the Caregiver Homes Area Marketing Manager for Berkshire County in Massachusetts.

Caring for a Loved One with Social Skills Challenges 

 

Supporting Families in End of Life Conversations

By Brian McKaig, the Caregiver Homes State Director for Rhode Island.

SEASONAL AFFECTIVE DISORDER: SIGNS AND SOLUTIONS

By Mary Frugoli, the Caregiver Homes Branch Manager for the South Shore area in Mass.

A Caregiving Success Story – Lisa and Her Father

Nitza Diaz is an Intake Coordinator at the Caregiver Homes branch office in Worcester, Mass.

HEALTH BENEFITS OF BEING GRATEFUL

By Rene Snook, Clinical Director of Operations in Massachusetts. 

CAREGVING 101- UNDERSTANDING ADVANCE DIRECTIVES

By Diana Holmes, the Caregiver Homes Branch Manager for the Attleboro/Taunton area in Mass, and Shannon Bettencourt, the Caregiver Homes Care Manager for the Attleboro Branch in Mass.

Caregivers Need Support Too – Tips For Friends and Family of Caregivers

 

CAREGIVING STRESS- A SOCIAL WORKER & REGISTERED NURSE’S PERSPECTIVE

Diana Holmes is the Caregiver Homes Branch Manager and Rene Snook is a Registered Nurse for the Attleboro/Taunton area in Mass.

IN- HOME ALZHEIMER CARE: TIPS FOR KEEPING YOUR LOVED ONES COmfortable

By Saran Craig, a District Manager for Caregiver Homes.

Holiday Caregiving for Loved Ones with Alzheimer’s and Dementia

By Gina Impagnatiello, a Caregiver Homes Assistant State Director in Mass. 

FIVE WISHES – A LEGAL DOCUMENT FOR SERIOUS ILLNESS

This article was written by Denise Baxter-Powell, an Assistant State Director for Caregiver Homes of Massachusetts.

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