Caregiving

Caregiving 101: How to Help a Patient or Loved One Get Dressed

Posted by Chad Birt on Mon Jan 16 2023

If you recently started caring for a loved one, learning how to safely change their clothing is a must. Fortunately, with a little bit of preparation, the right strategy, and plenty of practice, you’ll master the art in no time!Read More

Amazon Alexa for Family Caregivers - What to Know About Amazon's Alexa Together Service

Posted by Chad Birt on Fri May 12 2023

Up to 15% of family caregivers provide long-distance care. If you’re one of them, then you know how challenging long-distance caregiving can be. Fortunately, Amazon's Alexa Together caregiver service can make monitoring your loved one a little easier. Here's how: Read More

When a loved one passes away, there’s a lot to consider. With so much to do, it can be easy to forget one of your most important responsibilities –– reporting your loved one’s passing to the Social Security Administration (SSA). Fortunately, the process is relatively easy. This article explains how to get the ball rolling, whether you’re a surviving spouse, child, or parent.

How to Wrap Up Social Security Benefits When a Loved One Passes

Posted by Chad Birt on Fri Nov 18 2022

When a loved one passes away, there’s a lot to consider. With so much to do, it can be easy to forget one of your most important responsibilities –– reporting your loved one’s passing to the Social Security Administration (SSA). Fortunately, the process is relatively easy. This article explains how to get the ball rolling, whether you’re a surviving spouse, child, or parent. Read More

All in the Family: Sibling Rivalry and Caregiving

Posted by Valerie Henderson on Wed Dec 02 2020

I’m an only child, so I’ve always known that when my fiercely independent mother needs care, the responsibility will fall squarely on my shoulders. I view this fact as both a blessing and a curse.Read this personal story