Being a long distance caregiver is a tough job but with a little creativity – it can be a good experience for all of you. Here are suggestions of how it can work for you including how to start Round Robin Letters for your family.
One woman’s experience of watching her parents go from “young elderly” to “frail elderly.” She makes a commitment to show them on a regular basis how much she loves them.
Do you know someone that is a caregiver? The next time you are tempted to say: “Let me know if there is anything I can do to help” – don’t just say it – do something. Some simple suggestions of how you can help are provided.
From experience, the author suggests ideas on how to make a wheelchair more practical and exciting for the wheelchair bound.
The loneliness of the homebound and the importance of visiting with them are explained. Ideas of what to do while visiting are given. Don’t wait — visit today! You will never regret it.
Have you run out of creative ideas of things to do, to entertain your housebound loved one? How about helping them record their story – their history – their heritage. Here are suggestions on how to get started.
