Category Archives: Homecare Services

How to determine if a Caregiver is doing a Good Job

Posted on February 5, 2015 by Carefect Blog Team

If you have finally taken the plunge and have decided to hire an in-home caregiver for your elderly loved one, then congratulations. Hiring an in-home caregiver is a big step for both you and your loved one. In-home caregivers allow … Continue reading →

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Ways to Be a True Friend to a Family Caregiver

Posted on January 29, 2015 by Carefect Blog Team

Caregivers often find that many of their friends drift away over time. Being a caregiver is a stressful, tedious job that takes up a lot of time and often has unconventional hours. Due to this, friends tend to fall by … Continue reading →

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Common Home Care Problems and Solutions

Posted on January 15, 2015 by Carefect Blog Team

If you are your elderly loved one’s main caregiver, then you may come across a few common problems during their care. If you do have issues caring for them, then it does not mean that you are failing as a … Continue reading →

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Companion Care for Seniors

Posted on January 8, 2015 by Carefect Blog Team

Companion care may mean different things to different people. This type of care may amount to household help such as meal preparation, light cleaning, shopping and errands, or it may also be used for security reasons. Many seniors who live … Continue reading →

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Overnight Care for Seniors

Posted on January 1, 2015 by Carefect Blog Team

There may be a variety of reasons why your elderly loved one may need care during the nighttime. Whether they have health issues, are at risk for falls, or have Alzheimer’s disease or dementia that causes them to grow confused … Continue reading →

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What Non-Medical Home Care Services Include?

Posted on December 25, 2014 by Carefect Blog Team

If you live far away from your elderly loved ones then you may wonder if they are receiving all of the help they need, especially if they live alone. As seniors age they may find it more difficult to complete … Continue reading →

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Common Myths and Misconceptions about Home Care

Posted on December 22, 2014 by Carefect Blog Team

In today’s society, much of the elderly population is choosing not to go into a nursing home or an assisted living facility once they grow older. Instead, many seniors are opting to stay in their own homes and hire caregivers. … Continue reading →

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Signs of an Over-Involved Caregiver

Posted on December 1, 2014 by Carefect Blog Team

As your loved ones age, they may need to start thinking about the idea of hiring a caregiver. Today, most of the elderly population has few choices for care during their twilight years. They can stay with family, hire a … Continue reading →

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How to Reduce the Cost and Make Home Care Affordable

Posted on November 27, 2014 by Carefect Blog Team

As your loved ones grow older, they may be faced with the decision of whether to move into an assisted living or nursing care facility, or stay in their own home. If given the choice, many seniors wish to stay … Continue reading →

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Benefits of In-Home Care Agencies

Posted on November 24, 2014 by Carefect Blog Team

Increasing life expectancy plus decreasing birth rates has left the percentage of elderly populations in the world booming. Most developed countries throughout the world are seeing higher and higher percentages of elderly populations. As the elderly population grows, home healthcare … Continue reading →

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