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Have you chosen the best caregiver for your loved one? Evelyn Hunter, facilitator for the Floyd Memorial caregiver support group, and Terry Graham, registered nurse at Helping Hands Companion Services, give some tips on how to keep your loved one safe at all times.Though you may … [Read more...] about 5 Warning Signs of Abuse

By Torie Temple Evelyn Hunter, facilitator for the Floyd Memorial caregiver support group, and Terry Graham, registered nurse at Helping Hands Companion Services, give the top recommendations to consider when stepping into a caregiver role.3. Understand the Stages of GriefMost … [Read more...] about New caregiver advice: Recognize your emotions

By Torie TempleTerry Graham, registered nurse at Helping Hands Companion Services, give the top recommendations to consider when stepping into a caregiver role.Step 2. Learn to CommunicateTake steps to learn how to communicate with your loved one despite any disabilities that … [Read more...] about A top tip for new caregivers

As a caregiver, making choices for your loved one could be a daily occurrence. But Janice Baldon-Gutter, instructor of higher education and caregiver, gives an important reminder to show......respect. “Treat everyone as respected adults...not children,” she says. “You may now be … [Read more...] about Remember this when caring for a loved one

Evelyn Hunter, facilitator for the Floyd Memorial caregiver support group, and Terry Graham, registered nurse at Helping Hands Companion Services, give the top recommendations to consider when stepping into a caregiver role.Step 1: Find ResourcesEducate yourself on the resources … [Read more...] about Are you a new caregiver? Here’s the first thing you should do