While the concept of in-home care is centuries old, many people still feel unsure about hiring caregivers to offer assistance and support to their loved ones. However, for a family to carry the complete responsibility of being a caregiver can be overwhelming. At EQC Home Care, we can help your loved one at any age…
Caregivers can provide relief and comfort to individuals and their loved ones. If you’re wondering when your loved one will need a caregiver, here are a few signs you should be aware of. Health Issues Managing the health of an individual is best left for professionals. Caregivers are trained to be observant of issues that…
Today is National Caregiver Day. This day honors caregivers who grace the world with their dedication to service and selfless nature. At EQC home care, we understand how important caregivers are. Caregivers care for those who are unable to care for themselves. There are more than 43 million unpaid caregivers in the United States. Did…
Caregiving can become exhausting and stressful. Since in-home care requires you to offer physical and mental support while helping with household chores, you may get overwhelmed with responsibilities. We recommend creating a team that can support you and your loved one and can take care of specific responsibilities. We recommend creating three teams: a medical…
What Does a Pediatric Home Health Nurse Do? A pediatric home health nurse is a skilled provider of nursing care for young children below the age of 21. Pediatric home health nurses are responsible for the care of a wide variety of needs for medically fragile newborns, toddlers, school-age children, and teenagers. And because they…
It is easy for people to feel overwhelmed during the holiday season, especially if you cannot be there with your friends and family members. Covid-19 has compounded this issue and made dealing with holiday blues even more difficult. Seniors and other homebound individuals might become depressed during the holidays, especially if they cannot be with…
Caregiving is a demanding job. Take time for yourself to run errands, relax or go on vacation. No matter how much you love caregiving, everyone needs a break. You need time outside of your caregiving duties to relax, recharge, engage in social interactions and gain new perspectives. That’s where our team comes in. Essential Quality…
Even though your aging loved one may not have the same dexterity that they once did, there’s still a wide variety of activities that you can enjoy with them. Take a look at the ideas below to break your routines and find inspiration. Brain Games Your loved one can enjoy Sudoku puzzles, word searches or…