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'I know from blog readers, friends and colleagues that caring for a mother or father at home - especially for the sandwich generation juggling elderly parents and children simultaneously and for those who can afford neither to quit their jobs and be full-time caregivers nor to hire help- is more crushing. But everyone knows ahead of time that moving a parent into your house, or vice versa, will mean total immersion. By contrast, experiencing the shock of assisted living's limitations is like being hit between the eyes with the proverbial two-by-four. We assume, incorrectly, that a good assisted living facility will relieve us of day-to-day labor and responsibility. Instead, we find we must do our parents' grocery shopping, pay attention to whether they eat, take them to religious services, buy their clothes and make sure they're clean and mended, supervise their medications, keep them supplied with books or videos, accompany them to doctor appointments and show up for anything that might be construed as an emergency. I never worked as hard or worried as much as I did during my mother's second assisted living experience.' (A Bittersweet season- Jane Gross) #elderly Care #wellbeing #Self Care

Did you know that there is a "Window of Opportunity" to transition and be accepted into an Assisted Living community? Watch this week's "Did you Know" video below from Ignacio Quiñones MBA, LPN, CDP to learn more! #assistedliving #assistedlivingfacility #seniorplacement #seniorliving

If you haven't heard about the Act Two Program at Universal Orlando Resort, check this out! This is a 4-month program designed specifically for working professionals who have taken time off to focus on caregiving for a child or dependent and are looking to rejoin the workforce! We all know how hard it is to break through that wall if you've taken time away from work, so this is a great program to make that transition a little easier! If you or someone you know might be interested, check out the link below! https://lnkd.in/ejV_rsKE

Here’s a helpful guide on how to get started in your caregiving career. Discover educational requirements, how to gain experience, and apply to serve seniors with us! https://lnkd.in/gMrkRgKx

📢 Parents! Leveraging your candidacy for call-backs is step #1 for a successful job search. You’re invited to join the iRelaunch returnship pioneer herself, Carol Fishman Cohen, who will share tremendously valuable insights and intel within the returnship sphere of hiring & recruitment Fireside chat happens on Tuesday, November 28 @ 1-2pm EST 🤗 Click here to register: https://lnkd.in/gA8Q5fM5 While iRelaunch is US-based, their reach is global, with partnering companies hiring for roles all over the globe — please join us no matter where you’re located 🙌🏼 A return after a career break to care for kid(dos) isn’t for the faint of heart, as you know, and taking in all ✨ tips ✨ encouragement ✨ practical tools and ✨ insight possible will light up your re-entry path. Come with your questions, big and small! Carol and I are excited to see you in a few weeks 🤗 Not sure what a returnship is? It’s a paid on-ramp created specifically (and only) for candidates coming off career breaks 👌🏼 Joining this session will no doubt broaden your horizons for your re-entry job search 💛 Many thanks to Cindy Prince Baum of Liftery for organizing 🙏🏼✨ #resumegap #careerbreak #mom #parents #jobsearchstrategies #returntowork #returnship

The term "assisted living" might not sound like "independence" to you, but it does to us! We believe that being independent doesn't mean you have to do it all. In honor of National Assisted Living Week, this week's blog shares our stance on balancing assistance with independence. #SeniorLiving #SeniorCare #NationalAssistedLivingWeek https://hubs.ly/Q02253lJ0

Today is #NationalCaregiversDay. By 2030, one in four Californians will be age 60 or older, with many requiring support from direct care workers to meet their essential needs. This issue brief provides an overview of this important workforce — who they are, what they do, and more. https://lnkd.in/g2_VznAu

Congratulations to our March Caregiver of the month, Dawn Ellyson. Dawn was chosen this month for her extreme dedication and reliability. She communicates proactively and makes meaningful connections with her clients and their family members. We had a chance to sit down with Dawn and ask her a few questions regarding why she enjoys being a Caregiver and this is what she had to say: AHR: Why did you choose to be a Caregiver? Dawn: I chose to be a Caregiver because as a young adult I helped take care of my family (younger sister & grandparents). I quickly realized I have a knack for helping others. AHR: What makes you the most excited about working with seniors? Dawn: I get excited working with seniors. I enjoy listening to their life experiences & learning from their knowledge. AHR: What advice would you give to other caregivers just starting out in the home care field? Dawn: I advise other Caregivers just starting out in the caregiving field to put yourself in your clients shoes. Ask questions and listen to what the client and families need. Be patient, kind, and empathetic. AHR: What do you like most about working with Assisting Hands Richmond? Dawn: It’s a privilege to work with the professionals at Assisting Hands. I truly feel as if I’m making a difference in the lives of our clients and their families. Dawn, thank you for all that you do and for living the AHR Shared Values each and every day! *Our STAR (Setting Targets Achieving Results) program recognizes Caregivers for outstanding work and dedication. Cash Incentives and rewards can be earned through our Great STARt, Shining STAR and Super STAR programs. Come join the Assisting Hands Richmond Caregiver team and find out how you can achieve STAR status. #AssistingHandsRichmond #OurSharedValues #Kindness #Compassion #Integrity #Creativity #Accountability #WeAreHiring #BecomeASTAR