Category Archives: Caregiving Career

In Demand Careers for Aging in Place Trend

Posted on October 19, 2017 by Elder Care Advice blog

Nursing home numbers have been in steep decline for over a decade and that trend shows no sign of changing.  Why?  Because as the elderly population numbers rise so has the desire to age in place.  For practical reasons of … Continue reading →

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Two Aging in Place Careers for the 21st Century

Posted on June 13, 2017 by Elder Care Advice blog

  As the elderly population numbers rise so has the desire to age in place.  For practical reasons of finances, and personal comfort and freedom, the trend for end of life residence has been to remain at home.  Nursing home … Continue reading →

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Elephants, Caregivers, and Elder Care

Posted on April 20, 2017 by Elder Care Advice blog

Elephants and eldercare?  Caregivers and elephants? Got your attention? I thought I would write about the unseen, yet apparent, bond that often develops between living intelligent beings when they experience life over time, and the journey toward the otherside.  The … Continue reading →

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Hiring? How to Check a Caregiver’s References

Posted on February 13, 2017 by Elder Care Advice blog

Whether hiring for a loved one (or two) at home or hiring a new employee for a small or large corporate agency, it is important to know who you are really getting. First time hiring or replacing of caregivers can … Continue reading →

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The difference between Palliative and Hospice Care

Posted on January 16, 2017 by Elder Care Advice blog

It is easy to confuse hospice and palliative care.  They are related sets of services both associated with minimizing or relieving as much as possible the pain and stress associated with life threatening conditions. Both services are intended to support … Continue reading →

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A valuable Gift for all Elder Care Aides…

Posted on December 13, 2016 by Elder Care Advice blog

Dear Friends, Nobody works harder for so little than caregivers of of the elderly.  We caregivers have to spread cheer for our own families and also for those we care for, whether or not they are a relative. In honor … Continue reading →

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4 Ways Caregivers Grow a Senior Care Auditing Career

Posted on December 2, 2016 by Elder Care Advice blog

As the frail aged population mushrooms in growth and charges of elder abuse and neglect are on the rise, where is the silver lining for caregivers?  Today the certified Senior Care Auditor can save the day for the elder and … Continue reading →

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Growing Need for Senior Care Auditing Providers

Posted on November 13, 2016 by Elder Care Advice blog

Many Americans find themselves providing care for elderly loved ones. It seems never anticipated problems endlessly arise, such as maintaining quality of care and juggling long distance caregiving. On top of that, most people do not know how to thoroughly evaluate or efficiently … Continue reading →

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Affordable Online Caregiver Certification

Posted on November 7, 2016 by Elder Care Advice blog

Caregivers are busy people.  Busy with work, life, kids and/or other important relationships, and loving care. Caregivers are also watching their wallets.  Professional caregivers do not make much money and informal family caregivers rarely make any from caregiving –  and might have … Continue reading →

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What is Senior Care Auditing?

Posted on November 4, 2016 by Elder Care Advice blog

Senior Care Auditing is a new service expected to grow substantially over the next 30 years as the population of seniors sharply increases. U.S. Department of Commerce Economics and Statistics Administration reports that “In 2050, the number of Americans aged 65 and … Continue reading →

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