Tax Assistance for Caregivers Using IRS App
It’s the time of year again when tax forms begin to flood mailboxes. For senior caregivers in particular who may be self employed, doing your taxes might seem overwhelming. Gather all of your tax forms as they come in from employers, banks, insurance companies, etc. and look to the IRS2Go app for resources to help […]
Learn American Sign Language to Better Communicate Using App
Many seniors grow hard of hearing as they age, while others may have been born deaf. American Sign Language (ASL) makes non-verbal communication easier for seniors who may not hear as well as they used to and offers a way to keep the brain active. Learn sign language for basic daily functions using The ASL […]
California Caregiver Training Registry to be Certified Caregiver for Senior CareTraining
California’s legislature passed a new requirement for professional senior caregivers in California to now have orientation training and safety training prior to working with a senior client, followed by 5 hours of annual training on core competencies. This training mandate is covered in Article 8 of the Home Care Services Consumer Protection Act. Once caregivers […]
Use Yoga App to Keep Fitness Resolutions
At the start of every year, gyms are flooded for a few months with new members and the number of diet commercials on TV seem to quadruple. If you made a New Year’s Resolution to be a healthier you, try the Daily Yoga app for an easy way to get some exercise at home. Yoga […]
Caregiver Certification California Requirements for 10 Hours of Annual Training for Senior Caregivers
California caregivers must now show they have obtained an initial 5 hours of training before working with a senior client and then 5 hours of training each year. The 5 + 5 hours can be obtained in the Caregiverlist Basic Caregiver Training course through Caregiver Training University. California caregiver classes for the training may be digital and the […]
Alzheimer’s Disease Treatment has had Little Progress since Dr. Alzheimer Identified Brain Plaques in 1906
Congress recently passed a budget bill in December, giving a few hundred million towards the research of Alzheimer’s disease. While we are able to identify the existence of the same brain plaques Dr. Alzheimer found back in the early 1900’s, we still are not sure why some people develop these plaques while others do not. […]
California Home Care Services Consumer Protection Act Requires Caregiver Training in 2016
Caregivers in California can celebrate the new year with the recognition of their job duties as a career requiring certified training. California’s legislature passed into law the Assembly Bill 1217 which was later signed by the Governor for the Home Care Services Consumer Protection Act. California professional caregivers, being paid to be caregivers in the […]
Congress Approves $350 Million for Alzheimer’s Funding as part of 2016 Budget
More than 15 million caregivers assist a senior diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. This month, Congress passed and President Barack Obama signed into law legislation authorizing a $350 million increase for Alzheimer’s disease research funding in 2016’s budget. Disease modifying drugs and a cure will be the best way to allow the U.S.A. to be able […]
Create Cards in App to Spread Holiday Cheer
Hanukkah ended earlier this week and Christmas is only a week away. Plus Kwanza and the New Year are within sight. Instead of stressing about writing, addressing and mailing physical holiday cards, caregivers can create cards right in the PaperlessPost app to send to senior clients, family and friends. Once users open the app, they […]
What are Caregiver Job Descriptions and Names: Understanding C.N.A., C.H.H.A., Personal Care Assistant, Certified Caregiver, Assisted Living Certified Caregiver
Senior caregivers assist seniors with what is referred to us “ADL’s, meaning Activities of Daily Living. Learning how to help a senior with ADL’s is the first caregiving skill in order to properly provide care. However, there are many additional skills needed depending on the senior’s care needs and care environment. In order to properly […]
Adult Coloring App Provides Caregiver Stress Relief
Unleash your inner child because coloring is no longer just for the kids. Adult coloring books have taken off this year as a calming and fun way to relieve stress. Take your love of coloring one step further and use the Adult Coloring Book App to fill in different shapes on the go. The app […]
RAISE Family Caregivers Act Passed by U.S. Senate –
The U.S. Senate passed the RAISE Family Caregivers Act this week (and this bill is actually supported by both Democrats and Republicans), which will require the development of a national strategy to support family caregivers. The bill goes to the House next for consideration. The Department of Health and Human Services would be required to […]