As many people with disabilities and seniors are spending more time at home to reduce risk of serious or fatal complications from COVID-19, there is an increased need for assistive technologies (AT) to help with every day tasks. AbleData has…
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Caring for a Vet this Independence Day?
Are you caring for a Veteran this Independence Day? If so, then you may find this article from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs helpful. Read Tips for Veterans Celebrating Independence Day for advice on recognizing triggers of trauma your…
Caring for LGBTQ Individuals
If you are a caregiver or provider who is caring for an LGBTQ individual, then these resources are for you. Providers: Remember that even if a client hasn’t openly identified themselves as LGBTQ, you should still work with the premise…
Are You a Grandparent Raising a Child?
According to the U.S. Census, 10,161 of Idaho children live in homes with grandparent householders where grandparents are responsible for them. Of these children, 4,592 have no parents present in the home. The GrandFacts state fact sheet is an excellent…
Choosing a Care Facility – 5 Helpful Tips
There may come a time in your caregiving journey where your loved one may need a facility that provides rehabilitative, restorative, or ongoing skilled nursing care. Consider these helpful tips from AARP. 1. Narrow your search, visit in person 2. …
12 Things Everyone Can Do to Prevent Elder Abuse
June is world elder abuse awareness month. The University of Southern California provides many resources on how to take action. The need to provide respite to caregivers is highlighted in 12 Things Everyone Can Do to Prevent Elder Abuse. Learn the…
Navigating the Child Welfare System?
Grandparents and other relatives or friends who care for children whose own parents are unable to care for them are often referred to as “kinship” caregivers. The Child Welfare Information Gateway System has created a factsheet for kinship caregivers to provide resources that…
10 Tips for Staying Active During COVID-19
As you work to keep your loved one safe and healthy at home, you may find that you and your loved one’s activities are limited. AARP shares the following tips: Read and share: Help your loved one pick out a…
8 Tips for Long-Distance Caregiving
Caregiving from a long-distance presents many challenges. Here are 8 tips from the National Institute on Aging that may be helpful in your long-distance caregiving role. Know what you need to know as a long-distance caregiver. Learn as much as…
Caring for Rural American Indian Elders
There is an expected increase of American Indian elders in the near future. With the rise of this population, there is also a rise for a long-term care system that allows elders to remain in their own home and community…