Assisted living community calls on family caregivers for help as ‘last resort’
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jan 07, 2022
A staffing crisis caused by a spike in COVID-19 cases led a Watertown, MN, assisted living community to issue a call for help to family members in caring for residents.
When it comes to vaccines, many family caregivers feel forgotten
By
Joe Jancsurak
Mar 09, 2021
While paid home caregivers have been prioritized for the COVID-19 vaccine, family caregivers — many of whom are too young to qualify so far — have not. That puts them in a difficult position of having...
COVID-19 shifts mindset of family caregivers about senior living decisions
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Sep 04, 2020
The global coronavirus pandemic has shifted the mindset of families and how they view senior care — and not in a good way, according to new research from a healthcare consulting firm. But senior living...
West Virginia to begin offering COVID-19 vaccine to family and caregivers of assisted living residents...
By
Amy Novotney
Mar 31, 2021
Beginning this week, West Virginia will offer COVID-19 vaccinations to family members and caregivers of residents and staff members at assisted living communities as part of its vaccine plan for the long-term...
Bill guaranteeing in-person essential caregiver visits heads to governor’s desk
By
Lois A. Bowers
Mar 23, 2022
A bill stating that residents of assisted living communities have the right to visits from essential caregivers is headed to the desk of Idaho Gov. Brad Little (R) after unanimously passing the state House...
In-person visits, communication keys to reducing stress in family of residents with dementia: study
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Dec 06, 2021
Prioritizing in-person visits, communication and bereavement support can help reduce stress for families of people living with dementia in long-term care facilities, according to a new study.
Family feels less guilt when loved one moves to assisted living versus nursing home: study
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Nov 02, 2021
The majority of older adults (79%) responding to Genworth’s Caregiving in COVID-19 Beyond Dollars Study 2021 said they preferred to receive care in their homes, but only 42% actually received assistance...
Tips for caregivers during Mental Health Screening Month
By
Caroline Szachnowski
Oct 04, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on caregivers. Work and personal stress and fatigue have resulted in another crisis in the United States — one related to mental exhaustion. Just last week, a study...
Smart home and medical alert systems help seniors stay protected and connected with caregivers from afar
By
Andy Droney
Sep 17, 2021
For caregivers who are unable to physically visit their patients or loved ones, smart home technology can be a unique solution as they allow caregivers to check in remotely and even help recognize when...
Survey: Half of caregivers for the elderly aren’t vaccinated
By
Diane Eastabrook
Aug 27, 2021
A new study of 2,000 caregivers for the elderly found only half are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.