The National Family Caregivers Association has partnered up with Partners Against Pain, the national pain management education program, to create "Caregiver Cornerstones." Caregiver Cornerstones is a new program that offers information, encouragement, & "tools to family caregivers who are caring for loved ones suffering from chronic pain." The 4 Caregiver Cornerstones are: 1. Learning about pain management. Taking an active role in helping to manage a loved one's pain may help you feel more useful & worry less. 2. Caring for a person with pain. This includes making sure that patients receive proper assessment & follow their treatment plans. 3. Caring for yourself. Being a family caregiver can be a dem&ing job. Allow others to … [Read more...]
Tools for Family Caregivers is New Program of Partners Against Pain
Web Conference for Family Caregivers Nov. 19
A new study confirms that many Americans are unaware of their options when it comes to long-term care – & most have not planned for their future needs. Home Instead Senior Care has scheduled a free web conference for family caregivers Nov. 19th at 7 p.m. Eastern St&ard Time as part of National Family Caregivers Month. The web conference, “The Best Care for Your Parents: Senior Care Solutions & Potential Pitfalls,” will be co-hosted by Suzanne Mintz, president & CEO of the non-profit National Family Caregivers Association, & Home Instead Senior Care Co-Founder & CEO Paul Hogan. This educational session is designed to help family caregivers plan for their loved ones’ care. According to Home Instead Senior Care research, planning … [Read more...]
