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Our Hospice of South Central Indiana Unveils New Personal Care Program

Hospice News

Through the program, Our Hospices caregivers will provide the following services: Bathing and grooming Dressing and toileting Meal preparation Medication reminders Light housekeeping and laundry Transportation to appointments Personal Care Program Manager Julie Davis will lead the new suite of services, which will launch in early April.

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VITAS Opens New Hospice House in California

Hospice News

The house also has a shared family room, kitchen and outdoor area, as well as laundry facilities. The design allows families to be with their loved ones during their final hours, according to Melad. Each patient room has a flat-screen TV and can accommodate an overnight guest.

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Infection Control and Prevention: 7 Dos & Don’ts of Surgical Attire

Daily Nurse

DO Wash Scrubs Separately Infection control starts at home, so separate your scrubs from other household laundry using a specific hamper (preferably one with a lid and a plastic liner that can be regularly wiped clean with an antibacterial agent). Don’t wash your scrubs with other laundry.

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Time Management Tips for Family Caregivers

Responsive Home Care

Family caregivers are often overloaded with daily care tasks: Housework and laundry. It’s easy to feel like there’s no way to fit all of your duties as a family caregiver into 24 short hours. Personal care and hygiene. Planning activities that are purposeful and enjoyable for the older adult. Planning and preparing meals.

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Join Take Time, Our Caregiving Happiness Project

The Caregiving Years Training Academy

For family caregivers of persons with chronic illnesses, the day can be too full of worries, laundry, hands-on care and medications. Can a happiness project help increase happiness then? Can tools and techniques be learned after the crisis to increase happiness? It definitely can be an unhappy situation. But, can it be a happier one?

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Customized Care at Home: The Benefits of Personalized Care Plans

Community Home Health Care

Laundry and Linens: Washing and folding clothes, changing bed linens, and ensuring everything is fresh and clean. Light Housekeeping and Home Safety A clean and organized home is crucial for both safety and comfort. Our caregivers help with: Light Cleaning: Tasks such as vacuuming, dusting, and tidying up.

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Designing a Safe and Comfortable Room for Your Aging Parent

Caregiver Support Services

Remove excess furniture, knick-knacks, and piles of laundry or magazines. By simplifying the space, you reduce the likelihood of accidents and make it easier for your parent to move around comfortably. The first step in designing a safe room is to assess what’s truly needed and clear away the rest. Keep walking paths wide and obstacle-free.