Caregiver Resources

A Family Caregiver’s Guide to Air Travel

Posted by Chad Birt on Fri Jul 15 2022

Preparing to fly the friendly skies? Here are several suggestions for making air travel easier. You’ll find recommendations for navigating the airport, tips for reducing the risk of flight cancellations, and suggestions for preventing and dealing with incontinence.Read More

Hydration Tips for Seniors

Posted by Chad Birt on Tue Jul 12 2022

Dehydration affects between 17-28% of older Americans. While dehydration can occur any time of year, it’s especially common during the summer months, when the days are longer, the temperatures are hotter, and the humidity is higher. In this article, we provide some tips, tricks, and recommendations for proper hydration. Read More

Carewell’s Ultimate Packing Checklist for Caregivers

Posted by Chad Birt on Thu Jul 07 2022

If you’re a family caregiver, preparing for an extended road trip, cross-country flight, or multi-week cruise can seem like a Herculean feat. We aren’t here to tell you that traveling with a care recipient will be easy, but with a little bit of planning and a good attitude, it can be done. By the time you’re finished reading this article, you’ll know exactly what to bring on your upcoming trip, ensuring you and your loved one make memories to last a lifetime.Read More

Difficult Conversations: Tips for Talking to Dad about Incontinence

Posted by Chad Birt on Fri Jul 01 2022

Family members who care for men often find incontinence hard to discuss. In this article, we provide some tips and tricks for addressing the issue in a calm, cool, and collected manner. Read More