CareTalk – by CaregiversDirect

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My mother had me when she was 19-years old as a single mother in the 1950s. She was able to put herself through nursing school at the same time. As a member of the Army Nurse Corps, my mom helped hundreds of veterans recover during and after the Vietnam...

Hiring a caregiver is often a major financial decision for families. But, at CaregiversDirect, we firmly believe that money should never be a barrier to care. That’s why we offer a network of quality in-home caregivers that accommodates almost any budget...

For some domestic employees, towing the line between a casual, warm relationship and a professional engagement can be a challenge. When professional caregivers become close with their patients, and other family members involved with the patient’s care...

Bedsores are common and highly uncomfortable. As a caregiver of any kind, it is hard to see a loved one suffer from irritated skin. Luckily, bedsores are both treatable and preventable.
Prevention is the ultimate goal when it comes to bedsores and before they can be prevented, they have to be understood. According to Havard Health Publications, bedsores are defined as any kind of severely broken skin caused by irritation. There are...