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Setting goals are an important part of a healthy lifestyle since they help you and your loved one measure your progress and successes. It's also important to break down those goals into manageable and achievable steps

If you've decided to pursue a path as a caregiver, it's important to know there are several ways to arrive at your goal. You may have considered starting as a volunteer for a neighbor or family member, or you may have

At some point in your career as a medical professional, you'll likely have to deal with grouchy clients. While it is understandable that pain, loss and anxiety may be at the center of their behavior, it doesn't make it

Your loved ones are especially vulnerable at times of transition. Unfortunately, this can lead to care fragmentation, miscommunication, and a lack of follow-up. Each of these factors may result in oversight in diagnosis

There are all kinds of reasons it may be difficult to connect with your client. Whether your client is much older than you or comes from a different culture, it is important to find a way to connect and engage. In no

The consequences of falling can be damaging. According to the National Council on Aging, they are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries, threatening safety, independence, and generating economic and personal

The consequences of falling can be damaging. According to the National Council on Aging, they are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries, threatening safety, independence, and generating economic and personal

Any time there is a transition in care the potential for gaps exists. After discharge from the hospital, many are sent home still recovering from an acute illness or injury, as well as chronic conditions they may also

Stress is a fact of life. It helps your body prepare to face danger, during which you'll experience both physical and psychological changes. However, chronic stress is not healthy and can produce chronic health

It's helpful to remember the people being cared for at home are likely having trouble with the situation. By maintaining compassion and empathy, you can find common ground and often share joy and laughter. Here are a