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Be The Light For A Senior This Holiday Season

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As we enter the month leading up to Christmas I am reminded that there are so many people, not just seniors who are without family or a support group. Christmas for many is a time of loneliness and even depression for some. Read More »

Posted in Natural Therapies at Home, Respite Care / Post Discharge / Holidays

Helping Mom When Dad is in the Hospital

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For whatever reason, Mom or Dad has been admitted to the hospital.  As your parent’s primary caregiver, you will now add “advocate” to your job description.

Let me say this very clearly:  every patient in a hospital bed needs a friendly and loving advocate by their side, someone who will help care for the patient and ensure the patient gets the best possible care from the doctors and nurses. Read More »

Posted in Respite Care / Post Discharge / Holidays, The Caring Forum: Caring For Elderly Parents

The Importance Of Being Ready For Hospital Discharge

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Being discharged after a lengthy stay in the hospital does not always mean that the ordeal is over. Often, it is just the next step to recovery. While our loved one is in the hospital, we are so focused on their health that we often forgot about what happens after the discharge. The continuity of the care between the hospital and home cannot be compromised. Sadly, this is often the case with elderly patients. Read More »

Posted in Respite Care / Post Discharge / Holidays

Getting Help Around the Holidays

Getting Help Around the Holidays

Holiday traditions are important, but as a caregiver you may need to approach the holidays little differently than you normally would. Trying to keep everything exactly the same each year can be stressful and will defeat the purpose of the holidays which is to relax and create beautiful memories with your family. When making your holiday plans, don’t forget about yourself. Here are some opportunities for you to get additional support during this busy time of year:

Take Time for Yourself: Don’t let yourself get lost by being completely focused on everyone else’s needs. This is your holiday too so it is important that you let yourself enjoy it. This may mean having someone else take over your care-giving duties so that you can fully participate in a family gathering, or getting some additional support so that you can go shopping or get a well-earned massage.

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Posted in Respite Care / Post Discharge / Holidays

‘Twas Christmas Morning, And Yada, Yada…We Now Serve Postal Code H0H 0H0

Christmas Morning

iCare Home Health is the official Santa Claus Home Health Agency.

Oh I remember…frost on the rooftops, the crisp early morning air, but unlike any other morning…that day, the iCare Home Health Assessment Requests phone rang…a Jingle! Yes…a Jingle!! Our nurse, Joy, came running into my office…short and almost out of breath..she screamed…”You won’t believe who’s on the phone!”

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Posted in Respite Care / Post Discharge / Holidays

Taking Care Of The Caregiver

Taking Care of Caregiver

If you happen to be a family caregiver, there’s a high chance that you are spending most of your time taking care of someone else; and in the process, it is easy to neglect yourself. You are so busy anticipating and meeting the needs of the person that you are caring for that you may not realize that you are physically exhausted and emotionally drained. The reality is that if you are not healthy, you won’t even be capable of taking care of anyone else. You are the rock so you need to keep yourself strong. Let’s discuss how to take care of YOU:

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Posted in Respite Care / Post Discharge / Holidays

7 Ways To Manage Stress Through The Holidays

Managing Holiday Stress

The holidays are typically a time of stress for many of us. Some worry about finances and/or finding that perfect gift, some feel frustrated finding enough time to spend with family & friends. For those who have lost a loved one, they may feel stress due to loneliness at this time of year.

Here are a few tips to help keep us on track to have a holiday season as stress free as humanly possible:

BUDGET: Set a budget for each person on your list and stick with it. For seniors on a fixed income, why not consider a gift of your time helping someone around the house (cleaning, grocery shopping or dog walking for a friend who is housebound, or preparing some home baked goodies (who doesn’t love that?!). Create a scrapbook of favorite family photographs and hand write captions for each photo. Family members will cherish these keepsakes.

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Posted in Natural Therapies at Home, Respite Care / Post Discharge / Holidays

We Help You and Your Loved One “Ease Into” Respite Care

respite care

Being a primary caregiver for your loved ones is an important role that takes most, if not all of your time. Sometimes the task may seem overwhelming or you realize there are other tasks and people needing your attention. That is where our expert Respite care services come in to help you recharge your emotional and physical batteries.

Respite care services refer to short-term stays and are a great option for an elderly or disabled person who requires day-to-day assistance while you are away. iCare Home Health is a great way of being assured that your loved one continues to receive care in a safe and healthy environment while you take a short or extended break.

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Posted in Respite Care / Post Discharge / Holidays

Top 10 Family Holiday Activities

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With the holidays just around the corner, it’s time to get festive! This is the season for being swept away with holiday joy, the unified sense of cheer and happiness, and for appreciating and giving back. If you’re a family caregiver, take a break and look into some short term respite care services to help you out at this time of year. Take this time to unwind from your daily tasks and make the most of your holidays. Here’s a list of fun activities that your whole family will enjoy this season! Read More »

Posted in Respite Care / Post Discharge / Holidays

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