When a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, or any other degenerative disease, it means they will require constant home care. At such a point, life gets more challenging and can take a toll on the caregivers’ emotions and finances. Being an Alzheimer’s caregiver is a herculean task that should be carried out…
Eating a healthy diet is essential at any age, as it can help to support overall health and well-being. However, making healthy food choices can be challenging for a variety of reasons. The tips we’ve provided below are intended to be easy additions to your current diet. No matter if you’re short on time or…
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…
Caregiving is challenging any time of the year and requires patience, time, and energy. Professional caregivers or individuals who protect and support their families need to take a different approach during the holidays. Taking care of yourself is essential to prevent burnout while working to provide the best care. Here are more tips and tricks…
The challenge of caring for a loved one can be frustrating. It can be difficult to manage many things for someone, plus it is tough to ensure a loved one’s quality of life will stay intact. Caregivers should take a closer look at what they plan on doing in 2021 when keeping their family members…
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…
In-home caregivers play a vital role in the well-being of our elders dealing with different diseases. As time passes by, some elders require extra special attention and care that many of us can’t give them due to our busy schedules. We don’t realize how carefully we need to choose an in-home caregiver for our parents…