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Fall Prevention for Seniors: Tips and Emergency Response
As we age, falls become a major concern. Thankfully there are many steps that seniors and their loved ones can take to reduce the risk of falls. As a caregiver, it is important to be knowledgeable about this topic to be equipped and address fall risks in your client’s environment, and to know what to do in case the incident happens
A Day in The Life of a Resident at an RCFE: What to Expect
Learn about the daily experiences and activities of residents at an RCFE in this informative blog post. From meals to exercise, workshops to socializing, discover the comprehensive care and support available to seniors in a Residential Care Facility for the Elderly.
Why Assisted Living is the Best Option for Seniors in California
When it comes time to make a decision about assisted living, don't feel guilty. There are many benefits to assisted living facilities, especially if you live in California.
The Importance of Keeping Seniors Active in an Assisted Living Facility
As our loved ones age, it's crucial that we find a senior living facility that offers the level of care they need while also providing opportunities for them to stay active and engaged. Here's why that's so important.
Checklist of Hazards to Look for in an Assisted Living Facility
Moving your senior loved one into assisted living can be a challenging and emotional decision. Learn more about the things you should look out for when touring facilities.
Why "Rain Man" is an Essential Movie for Caregivers
While "Rain Man" is a fictional story, it contains many truths about developmental disabilities that are essential for caregivers to understand.
How To Declutter and Clean Your Home Care Facility
In this blog post, we'll explain how to declutter and clean your home care facility in a way that is both efficient and effective. Stay organized and maintain a clean space with these tips!
Paying For Your Long-Term Care
Long-term care is expensive, and you may not have enough money to pay for it. However, many financial resources are available, so your mother can get the help she needs without significantly impacting her lifestyle or that of others, in addition through assisted living facilities or nursing homes if needed!
Assessing Environmental Safety Risk
Assessing Environmental Safety Risk while working a s a DSP
How to Identify Signs And Symptoms Of Illness And Injury
As a Direct Support Professional (DSP), it's important that you are able to identify signs and symptoms of illness and injury in patients. Use these tips to stay alert and keep your patients safe!
Learn About California Advancing and Innovating Medi-Cal (CalAIM)
California Advancing and Innovating Medi-Cal (CalAIM) is a multiyear initiative, spanning from 2022 to 2027, by the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) to improve the quality of life and health outcomes of the Medi-Cal population by implementing broad delivery system, program and payment reforms across the Medi-Cal program.
A Positive Behavior Support guide for caregivers
Learn about how Positive Behavior Support can help get rid of your patient's challenging behavior. Find out the root of the problem and implement small changes and strategies in their daily life.
Dealing With Challenging behaviors 101
As a caregiver, you're bound to face challenging behavior situations at some point. Learn how to deal with them effectively with these four DSP golden rules!
Using Active Listening to Understand Patient Needs
You may think Active Listening is just paying close attention to every word that a person says, but it can be more than that; it means listening actively to a person's behavior and other forms of communication (VERBAL OR NON VERBAL CUES).
What Are Residential Care Services?
Many people believe that residential care facilities are only for people who are too ill to live independently anymore, however, there are many people who simply enjoy the benefits of living in a care facility.