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Plan Ahead for Medical Appointments

2017-05-22T18:51:39-04:00By Family & Nursing Care|

When the relative you are caring for must attend a medical appointment, planning ahead is crucial, especially if they have special healthcare needs. You need to be prepared not only [...]

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Flexibility is Key for Parkinson’s Caregivers

2017-06-22T17:23:31-04:00By Family & Nursing Care|

To download this article, click here Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive disorder involving damage to nerve cells in the brain that control muscle movement. According to the American Parkinson [...]

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Sharing the Care is Only Fair

2017-05-23T20:22:15-04:00By Family & Nursing Care|

Caring for an aging relative typically involves physical, psychological, emotional and financial demands. There aren’t enough hours in the day for caregivers to get everything done, let alone spend time [...]

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One Size Does Not Fit All Family Caregivers

2017-05-23T20:26:51-04:00By Family & Nursing Care|

Much is written about caring for aging relatives, offering general advice and specific tips to family caregivers. For any particular family caregiver, some information and ideas may resonate and ultimately [...]

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6 Vital Nutrition Tips for Aging Adults

2018-06-20T13:39:19-04:00By Family & Nursing Care|

As people age, their diets may need to change, especially if their diets are not well-balanced. According to Ruth Frechman, registered dietitian and spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association, in addition to eating a [...]

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Caregiving Mistakes to Avoid

2017-05-23T20:57:33-04:00By Family & Nursing Care|

Caring for a chronically ill or frail older relative is not easy. As with some other key roles in life, such as parenting, there is no training course to adequately [...]

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Learn About Stroke and How to Cope

2017-05-24T19:26:58-04:00By Family & Nursing Care|

Strokes are the leading cause of long-term adult disability in this country. Approximately 600,000 Americans experience one each year. Twenty-five percent are left with minor impairments, while 50 percent experience [...]

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Thoughtful Gifts for Caregivers

2017-05-24T19:34:41-04:00By Family & Nursing Care|

The contribution of informal caregivers of seniors often goes unrecognized in our society. These unpaid helpers provide practical assistance and enhance quality of life for ill or frail older adults [...]

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Time Management Strategies Can Ease Caregiver Burden

2017-06-22T17:24:17-04:00By Family & Nursing Care|

To download this article, click here Responsibilities of family caregivers typically include chauffeuring, shopping, running errands, paying bills, coordinating medical and other appointments, yard work, home maintenance, housekeeping, preparing meals, [...]

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8 Reflections for a New Year of Caregiving

2017-05-24T19:54:43-04:00By Family & Nursing Care|

Questions and Suggestions May Prompt Resolutions Whether you are new to caregiving or have been at it for a while, you may find yourself feeling overwhelmed and worried about your [...]

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Most people have never heard of home care before a crisis hits. Most of the time, the need arises suddenly and throws everything out of balance. When you need home care services and you need them now, we are here. Since 1968, Family & Nursing Care has helped tens of thousands of families by providing access to caregivers who can provide many services.
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Best of Bethesda 2018 Winner

Family & Nursing Care2018-12-05T15:00:06-05:00December 26th, 2017|

Family & Nursing Care Voted "Best In-Home Care" 2018 We are proud to announce that Family & Nursing Care has [...]

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Navigating the Long-Term Care Insurance Landscape (with Our Help)

Family & Nursing Care2017-11-29T15:47:47-05:00November 28th, 2017|

Understanding Long-Term Care Insurance Industry leaders predict that the use of Long-Term Care Insurance (LTCI) for home care will keep [...]

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Getting the Most from Your Home Care

Family & Nursing Care2017-10-26T15:00:16-04:00October 11th, 2017|

How to Find the Right Caregiver for You Home care is often a service that older adults and their families [...]

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