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Opportunities and obstacles of CaregivingYou also need to take a close look at your own situation. The National Family Caregivers Alliance recommends examining your strengths and weaknesses, as well as opportunities and threats. Call it a SWOT inventory (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats). Your strengths might include your work ethic or your generosity. A list of weaknesses might include a lack of knowledge about healthcare. (If it does, don't worry. You'll get up to speed.) Oppo …

As caregivers, we work hard every day to help make the lives of others better. Even though nothing can compare to the joy of making another person smile, sometimes all that hard work begins to wear down on our physical, mental, and emotional well-being. It’s in these moments that we feel exhausted and completely drained. If we don’t allow ourselves time to reset and rejuvenate our minds and bodies, soon our tiredness will begin to show in our work and affect the people we love and ca …

No one wants to think about needing long-term care for their loved ones or themselves, but being financially prepared for it will give you peace of mind. Long-term care is not something we should fear, because it can help us live better lives. If you are considering the possibility of this kind of support, here is what you need to know to be prepared.Preparing for Long-Term CareIt’s wise to begin assessing whether or not you or a loved one may require long-term care at some point as early a …

Choosing health care coverage can be really confusing. Medicare is a primary resource for seniors, but navigating the ins and outs of enrollment and selecting your best options can become downright overwhelming. We deciphered key points and sorted through jargon to provide you with the highlights you need to know.First thing’s firstBe aware of your enrollment dates for Medicare. Many people think they will receive a notification when it’s time to sign up, but that’s not how it works. …

"What are ADA door opening requirements" is one of the most frequently asked questions we get here at CareProdx.com.  While ADA compliance is certainly important, many people use the term when searching for residential accessible equipment.  ADA guidelines do not apply to single family residential properties in most areas.ADA requirements for doors,  (ADA door clearance) consists of an opening with a minimum of 32 inches clearance and a maximum of 48 inches clearance.  The cl …