Caregiver Support

Four Ways to Combat Caregiver Stress

Four Ways to Combat Caregiver Stress

We can better understand stressors when we track our trigger points: common triggers are limited downtime, emotional or physical exhaustion, lack of sleep, and lack of support. Once a caregiver has a better understanding of what is causing the stress, he or she can customize a plan to relieve it.

What is Respite Care?

What is Respite Care?

Home care agencies like ours are here to serve seniors, but we're equally dedicated to supporting their family members. This is called respite care, a home care service which provides temporary breaks for family caregivers.

Suggestions for Coping with Caregiver Stress

Suggestions for Coping with Caregiver Stress

 Stress Awareness Month has been recognized every April since 1992.  Learning to cope with our stress and finding healthy ways to deal with our circumstances can help augment our lives' positive outcomes; this year more than ever, decreasing our stress is essential!  

Gratitude for Good Health in Five Ways

Gratitude for Good Health in Five Ways

     There is a proven link between improved health and mood because of a gratitude practice, especially in older adults. Give yourself, and others, the gift of gratitude this holiday season! Here are five ways to incorporate more gratitude into our lives:

Light Up the Ice on 12/19/22


This Monday will be the darkest day of the year, but the Alzheimer's Association: Vermont Chapter is bringing light to the night in remembrance of those affected by Alzheimer's disease


"Light Up the Ice" on 12/19 6pm at Spartan Arena. No registration is required. $5 to skate and $5 to rent. Learn more: https://www.alz.org/vermont/events/the-longest-night-rutland.

November is National Family Caregivers Month

November is National Family Caregivers Month

“During National Family Caregivers Month, we recognize the love and sacrifice of more than 50 million Americans providing crucial care and medical assistance to parents, children, siblings, and other loved ones, ensuring their health and dignity.”

Caregiver Support Techniques for People Living with Alzheimer's Disease

Caregiver Support Techniques for People Living with Alzheimer's Disease

On September 24th, 2022, At Home Senior Care will be participating in The Walk to End Alzheimer's being held in Rutland. We encourage you to visit https://act.alz.org/site/TR/Walk2022/VTVermont?team_id=740050&pg=team&fr_id=15948 for details on how to support our team. The following is information on how caregivers can help someone living with Alzheimer's Disease in each of its different stages.

Support for Caregivers of Loved Ones Living with Alzheimer's Disease

Support for Caregivers of Loved Ones Living with Alzheimer's Disease

June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness month. As we pay tribute to our loved ones impacted by cognitive issues, At Home Senior Care advocates that we should also be thinking of the family caregivers caring for these loved ones.

Three Free Printable Saint Patrick's Day Activities for Seniors

Three Free Printable Saint Patrick's Day Activities for Seniors

The upcoming festive holiday of Saint Patrick’s Day provides plenty of opportunity to celebrate all thing Irish! We’ve rounded up three free printable activities for seniors and their loved ones to use on March 17th, or whenever a wee bit of fun is called for.

Facing End Of Life Care Options

Facing End Of Life Care Options

Sometimes life ends unexpectedly. But for many seniors, the end of life comes with warning signs and happens slowly. Although sensitive to discuss, seniors and their caregivers need to understand their options to make informed decisions.

Senior Gift Giving Ideas 2021

Senior Gift Giving Ideas 2021

With all the festive store window displays running the length of Main Street and beyond and the many craft shows held this month, the holidays bring about another thought: shopping! Here are some suggestions for useful gifts for seniors!

November is National Family Caregivers Month

November is National Family Caregivers Month

November is laden with grateful thoughts as Thanksgiving serves as a reminder that there is always something to be thankful for. Some dispatches come to mind quickly: our family and loved ones, tasty meals, autumn skies, loyal pets, to name a few, but there's another category that deserves our attention yet often gets unintentionally overlooked when listing blessings in one's life. This is the family caregiver.

Family Caregiver Support

     Did you know that about 1 in 3 adults serves as an informal caregiver to another adult, like an aging parent or disabled relative? Here are some other noteworthy facts from Caregiver.org about family caregivers:

• About 43.5 million people offer unpaid caregiving in the US

• About 15.7 million caregivers are helping someone with a memory illness

• About 75% of caregivers are females

• About 57% of caregivers perform clinical tasks

• The average caregiver is 49 years old

• Family caregivers spend 24.4 hours caregiving a week on average

• 40% of caregivers are in high-burden situations 

     Do you fit into these statistics? You balance your workday with check-ins on your elder Mom or Dad who live nearby, or you stop in every Saturday to help your neighbor manage his medications. There may be wounds on a loved one that need dressing, lawns that need mowing, and meals that require preparation. Although many family caregivers find the opportunity to care for a loved one a privilege, it can also be demanding. Over time, financial difficulties, limited personal free time, and lack of other caregiving options for a loved one can lead to caregiver burnout. Here are some tips on how to cope effectively:    

-Ask for and accept help because even if only temporary, there may be others in your care circle willing to assist with tasks.

 -Set realistic goals by considering saying “no” to extra requests and demands.

 - Connect with others through support groups or friends who listen and understand.                       

 -Make yourself a priority by ensuring you get enough sleep, exercise, and self-care.  Don’t take short cuts on your health and wellness needs.

This article was written through our partnership with Clear Care.

The Role of Communication In The Caregiver/Person Living With Dementia Relationship

The Role of Communication In The Caregiver/Person Living With Dementia Relationship

Since there is currently no cure for Alzheimer’s or dementia, supportive caregiving plays an extraordinary role in making the quality of life for the person living with the disease a positive experience.

In Truth, National Caregivers Day Is Every Day!

In Truth, National Caregivers Day Is Every Day!

National Caregivers Day is the third Friday in February. Caregivers can be family members or friends, or they can be paid professionals. Professional caregivers like our superstars at At Home Senior Care provide necessary assistance from personal care to medical aid.

Safe Halloween Planning For Caregivers And Their Loved Ones During The Pandemic

Safe Halloween Planning For Caregivers And Their Loved Ones During The Pandemic

This year, Halloween will create a lot more toil and trouble in our lives to keep it healthy and safe for all, but it is possible to pull off a boo-tiful Halloween during this pandemic.