Category: Caregivers & Relationships

  • Communication Essentials in Hospice Care

    Communication Essentials in Hospice Care

    By Aaron Smith The end of life brings up some sensitive issues that need to be discussed, making effective communication all the more critical in hospice care. Hospice care is the specialized medical care offered to persons living with advanced and life-limiting illnesses approaching the end of life. The care focuses on providing comfort and…

  • Helping the Elderly During Coronavirus

    Helping the Elderly During Coronavirus

    By Evelyn James Just over two weeks ago, the UK government asked that the over 70s should self-quarantine at home for at least 12 weeks to reduce their chances of catching COVID-19. According to the World Health Organisation, this group is at substantially higher risk of being hospitalised or falling critically ill because of the…

  • 8 Steps to  Supporting Survivors of Abuse [Part 2 of 2]

    8 Steps to Supporting Survivors of Abuse [Part 2 of 2]

    From PMAC Last time we spoke of the first 3 steps in supporting survivors of Abuse. And now, the conclusion. #4 Believe Believe them. No matter how hard this is for you to do. Even if the truth is so painful that you don’t want to believe it. They didn’t want or ask to be…

  • 8 Steps to Supporting Survivors of Abuse [Part 1 of 2]

    By Jamie Edwards We know that recovery from abuse is not linear, nor simple. The journey to healing is complicated, with many twists and turns in the road. With that being said, the journey to recovery is not easy for those supporting survivors either, as supporters often find themselves feeling overwhelmed, out of their depth,…

  • A child of my own

    By Anonymous Can you wholeheartedly love a child that you did not give birth to? Can you look into their tender eyes and respond with a love that has no hang ups? When prospective adoptive parents start their journey of adoption, they may start with a one directional mindset of their intended family.

  • Boosting Productivity: Tools and Strategies for care

    Boosting Productivity: Tools and Strategies for care

    By Eric Tress Do you care for a loved one? Caring for persons with disabilities is a monumental task. It requires tremendous resources; financially, physically and mentally.  You will feel concerned about their safety, worry about money, get tired at times and grapple with overwhelming feelings that may you feeling angry and  overburdened.  However, a…