Caregivers

We wish all seniors and caregivers a “Spirit of Life”
full of respect, dignity, love, and joy.

 

 *Caregivers*

 

Finding good supportive care is an important part of the caregiving equation. It can help you create time for yourself and avoid feeling caregiver burnout.

 

 Types of Care: 

Family and friends can be a great source of help. If it’s difficult for you to ask, try starting with small things like asking a sibling or even a neighbor to stay with your loved one while you run errands.

 

Adult day care provides a structured environment for elderly people who require supervision. It allows you to take the day off, knowing that the person you are caring for is in a safe place.

 

In-home assistance offers varying levels of care. Aides can act as companions for your loved one or assist with bathing and grooming. Skilled nursing support is also available.

 

A Caregiver provides compassion, care and assistance to those who need help in everyday living.

 

Personal Care Assistance

1. Provide personal grooming, hair, nails and oral care. 

2. Assists in shower, sponge bath and personal hygiene.

3. Transferring the client/patient from bed to wheelchair. 

4. Toileting assistance and incontinent care.

5. Encourage activities in accordance with the client/patient’s needs and capabilities.

6. Maintain a professional image and demonstrate commitment in personal growth.

 

 Health Care

1. Monitoring of Vital Signs. Blood pressure, pulse, temperature and respiration.

2. Documentation of the client/patient’s care in appropriate forms.

3. Medication reminder.

4. Reporting of sudden changes of the client/patient’s physical, mental or emotional health to the agency and to His/Her family.

5. Provide good skin care and avoid bed sores.

 

Household Management

 1. Maintain the cleanliness of the client/patient’s house.2. Make the client/patient’s bed and change the bed sheets regularly.

3. Wash and dry the client/patient’s clothes regularly.

4. Wash the dishes and all kitchen’s utensils.

  

Be aware & report any significant changes.

Extreme change in blood pressure

 If the client/patient falls

Burns

Skin tears

 Redness on skin

Weakness

Vomiting

Bleeding

Diarrhea

Confusion and hallucination

Swollen part of the body