Caregiver

InventHelp Inventor Develops an Alert System Device (MTN-2798)

Child safety, Babycare, Beds, Infant bed, Human activities, Caregiver, Crib, Articles, Human Nature
Friday, October 30, 2020 - 6:45pm

The patent-pending CRIB ALERT fulfills the need for an accessory that would alert parents/caregivers when a child attempts to club out of a crib.

Key Points: 
  • The patent-pending CRIB ALERT fulfills the need for an accessory that would alert parents/caregivers when a child attempts to club out of a crib.
  • It can potentially stop a child from encountering a wide range of dangers if they are able to leave their rooms without a parent's knowledge.
  • It also promotes peace of mind, especially in the middle of the night when the household is asleep.
  • 19-MTN-2798 InventHelp, 217 Ninth Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, or call (412) 288-1300 ext.

10 Random Acts of Kindness, 10 Thousand Books, In 30 Days One Goal: Caring for the Caregiver

Caregiver, Unpaid work, Caregiving
Wednesday, October 28, 2020 - 6:00pm

The 101030 Campaign , a monthlong celebration of the family caregiver, will kick off its inaugural event in November during National Family Caregiver Month.

Key Points: 
  • The 101030 Campaign , a monthlong celebration of the family caregiver, will kick off its inaugural event in November during National Family Caregiver Month.
  • The campaigns offerings include:
    Random Acts of Kindness Gifts: Virtual spa facial treatments and packages, mini caregiver pampering packs, and more.
  • The 101030 Campaign is an annual event created to honor and celebrate the role of the family caregiver.
  • The Caregivers Guardian is a Denver, Colorado-based consulting service that supports, encourages and advocates for the family caregiver.

Business Training Media Offers New Home Health Care Training Courses

Caregiver, Unpaid work, Nursing in the United Kingdom, Caregiving, Nursing in the United States
Wednesday, October 28, 2020 - 8:00am

The courses offered by Business Training Media help to prepare home health workers in a variety of settings.

Key Points: 
  • The courses offered by Business Training Media help to prepare home health workers in a variety of settings.
  • Some of the home health and caregiver training courses offered include:
    The home health care training videos offered by Business Training Media cover such topics as healthcare safety, home health aide skills, cultural awareness, nursing skills, elder abuse, fall prevention, mental health, patient lifting, customer service, infection control, and more.
  • To see the full list of home health care training options offered by Business Training Media, visit the site: https://www.businesstrainingmedia.com/heathcarehomehealth.php
    Business Training Media offers over 6,500 training products, including online courses in management, cybersecurity, customer service, sexual harassment, COVID-19 resources, and more.
  • To learn more or register for the course, visit the site: https://www.businesstrainingmedia.com/
    Founded in 1998, Business Training Media offers thousands of training products for corporations.

Elmcroft of Braeswood Caregiver Receives Texas Assisted Living Association Hero Award

Elmcroft, Caregiver
Tuesday, October 27, 2020 - 7:20pm

HOUSTON, Oct. 27, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Emillienne Mache, caregiver at Elmcroft of Braeswood, assisted living community, recently became one of ten recipients of this years highly prestigious Texas Assisted Living Association Hero Awards!

Key Points: 
  • HOUSTON, Oct. 27, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Emillienne Mache, caregiver at Elmcroft of Braeswood, assisted living community, recently became one of ten recipients of this years highly prestigious Texas Assisted Living Association Hero Awards!
  • Upon receiving the award, Emillienne said, I really appreciate the award; receiving it has really boosted my career and encourages me to move forward.
  • Emilliennes relationship with Elmcroft is not one-sided; she has gotten as much out of working at Elmcroft of Braeswood as her coworkers and residents have gotten out of working with her.
  • Working in assisted living at Elmcroft of Braeswood has moved me forward to another stage!

InHealth MD Alliance Unveils Patient-Centered Advertising Campaign

Caregiver, Unpaid work, Medi-Cal
Tuesday, October 27, 2020 - 3:07pm

ORLANDO, Fla., Oct. 27, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- InHealth MD Alliance (IMA) , a leading independent provider of high-quality primary care physician services in Central Florida, debuts their first-ever patient-centered stories advertising campaign set to run through December in the Orlando and Tampa metro areas during active enrollment.

Key Points: 
  • ORLANDO, Fla., Oct. 27, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- InHealth MD Alliance (IMA) , a leading independent provider of high-quality primary care physician services in Central Florida, debuts their first-ever patient-centered stories advertising campaign set to run through December in the Orlando and Tampa metro areas during active enrollment.
  • The campaign titled "In Their Own Words" features real patients who share their personal experiences on what makes IMA special to them.
  • The creative campaign features a total of six Spanish and English-speaking patients sharing their experiences at IMA.
  • InHealth MD Alliance (IMA) provides high quality primary medical and wellness services with focusing on improving patient care, reducing costs, and offering convenient services for patients, their families, and caregivers.

LiveFreely Announces BUDDY App Public Beta, Turning Fitbit Smartwatches Into Personal Caregiving Systems

Articles, Human activities, Caregiving, Caregiver, Unpaid work, Fitbit, Human–computer interaction, Smartwatch
Tuesday, October 27, 2020 - 1:00pm

"We've held multiple private betas and are now excited to make BUDDY generally available through launching this public beta," stated LiveFreely CTO, Daniel Jue.

Key Points: 
  • "We've held multiple private betas and are now excited to make BUDDY generally available through launching this public beta," stated LiveFreely CTO, Daniel Jue.
  • "While following safety protocols, we need better ways to help families and caregivers know that their loved ones are safe."
  • The two brothers, Arthur and Daniel co-founded LiveFreely as a result of personal experiences caring for their elderly father.
  • Through a Fitbit smartwatch worn by the senior, BUDDY provides a personal caregiving platform that directly connects seniors with their families, caregivers and emergency response personnel.

MemoryCare.com Names the Best Facilities for Senior Memory Care in Naples, FL

Articles, Psychiatric diagnosis, Human activities, Cognitive disorders, Learning disabilities, Mind, Aging-associated diseases, Dementia, Caregiver, Memory, Naples
Tuesday, October 27, 2020 - 4:00am

NAPLES, Fla., Oct. 27, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- MemoryCare.com , a comprehensive resource for caregivers and older adults living with memory impairment, has announced the Best Memory Care Facilities in Naples, FL.

Key Points: 
  • NAPLES, Fla., Oct. 27, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- MemoryCare.com , a comprehensive resource for caregivers and older adults living with memory impairment, has announced the Best Memory Care Facilities in Naples, FL.
  • The guide identifies 10 memory care communities based on location, access to experts, facility features and amenities.
  • Memory care facilities offer activities and therapies to help delay or halt cognitive decline.
  • For a detailed listing of the Best Memory Care Facilities in Naples, FL, please visit https://www.memorycare.com/naples-fl-facilities
    2020 Best Memory Care Facilities in Naples, FL (in alphabetical order)

New Study Shows Strong Benefits from Direct Support for Family Caregivers: Measurable Improvement in Reducing Caregiver Stress and Isolation During COVID-19

Articles, Health, Caregiving, Family, Family caregivers, Caregiver, Psychological stress, Respite care in the United States, Caregiver stress
Monday, October 26, 2020 - 5:00pm

The study clearly demonstrates positive benefits across the board when providing personalized, virtual support to family caregivers.

Key Points: 
  • The study clearly demonstrates positive benefits across the board when providing personalized, virtual support to family caregivers.
  • Of family caregivers who participated in the support program, 90% reported that it reduced their stress and 87% reported making better decisions.
  • We now have strong evidence that providing family caregivers with direct support significantly reduces their stress and feelings of isolation during the coronavirus pandemic.
  • Hillary Ebach, President of Carallel, the caregiver support company, said: Caregivers are the backbone of our families, communities, and health care system.

Health Coalition Supports Interim Recommendations from Long-Term Care Commission: Calls on Ford Government to Implement Them Immediately

Caregiver, Unpaid work
Friday, October 23, 2020 - 7:57pm

In addition, they reinforce the calls for family and caregiver access to residents.

Key Points: 
  • In addition, they reinforce the calls for family and caregiver access to residents.
  • These are important, said the Ontario Health Coalition in reaction to the release of the recommendations today.
  • The Coalition, which represents more than half-a-million Ontarians, reported that is in full support of these recommendations.
  • However, the recommendations overall are very strong and an important start, concluded the Coalition.

Doctor On Demand and CareLinx Announce National Partnership to Deliver Comprehensive Virtual Care to Seniors at Home

Health, Technology, Telecommunications, Managed care, Software, General Health, Articles, Caregiver, Unpaid work, Health care
Thursday, October 22, 2020 - 2:00pm

Doctor On Demand , the nations leading virtual care provider, and CareLinx , a nationwide, professional network for in-home care, today announced a partnership to bring in-home virtual care services to CareLinx clients.

Key Points: 
  • Doctor On Demand , the nations leading virtual care provider, and CareLinx , a nationwide, professional network for in-home care, today announced a partnership to bring in-home virtual care services to CareLinx clients.
  • Doctor On Demand will augment these existing services by connecting CareLinx clients with virtual care providers in real-time.
  • CareLinx caregivers will support the Doctor On Demand registration process, and assist with in-home follow-ups and care coordination recommended by Doctor On Demands board-certified physicians as well.
  • Doctor On Demand, the nations leading virtual care provider, is reimagining what healthcare looks like for todays world.