Caregiver Resources

Disposable vs Reusable Underpads

Posted by Chad Birt on Thu Jul 22 2021

Caring for someone who experiences urine or bowel incontinence requires extra time and energy. You want your loved one to live an independent and rewarding life, but without risking damage to furniture or having to do extra laundry. Adult diapers and booster pads can certainly help, but sometimes additional materials like underpads (or chux) are necessary. Let’s take a closer look at the differences between disposable vs reusable underpads.See the differences.

Socializing for Seniors: How To Make Friends When You Are Older

Posted by Chad Birt on Tue Jul 20 2021

Wondering how to make friends when you are older? Many of your peers can relate. A 2019 study conducted by OnePoll in partnership with Evite found that 45% of adults consider it difficult to make new friends. Learn about the differences

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Vinyl vs Nitrile vs Latex Gloves

Posted by Chad Birt on Tue Jul 13 2021

Many caregiving responsibilities require medical-grade gloves. Gloves protect you and your loved one’s skin, reduce the risk of microbial contamination, and provide a more sanitary environment.Read More

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How to Enjoy the Pool or Beach with Bowel Incontinence: Carewell’s Guide to Adult Swim Diapers

Posted by Chad Birt on Mon Jul 12 2021

If you’ve stopped taking trips to the beach or pool due to bowel incontinence, you may want to consider adult swim diapers.Read More