Aged residents with long-term medical conditions often take many prescribed medications. Managing these medications need an organized approach. eMAR is revolutionizing the medication administration process by streamlining the medication administration process and reducing medical errors. Aged care homes and electronic medication administration record Here are some of the benefits that aged care homes can get…
Amidst the Covid-19 pandemic, social isolation and loneliness are serious issues faced by the elderly population staying in care homes. As a care home manager, you have to think outside the box to keep the seniors engaged with activities that will alleviate isolation and loneliness. Over here we discuss a list of activities that seniors…
Like everybody else, caregivers too need a break. Respite care facilities play a very important role in providing caregivers a short-term break from the demands of caregiving a family member. Respite care can take the load off your shoulders while you can go for a vacation, meet your professional or personal commitments or just be…
Caregiving itself is tough. Nighttime caregiving can be tougher. During the night hours, older people often face difficulty sleeping. Thus, caregiving at night can be as busy as it is during the day time. It is, therefore, essential that overnight care is tailored to make the old people feel safe, secure, and reassured. We’ve rounded…
The beginning stages of caregiving, especially the initial months of joining a new care home can be challenging for new caregivers. And this is a normal part of getting familiar with the practical, real-life scenarios of a care home for new caregivers. If you are a care home owner and have hired new caregivers, you…
Providing quality care to ensure the well-being of patients is the main objective of every care home. However, complications in medication administration and special care required for differently-abled patients and patients suffering from disorders such as dementia present a host of challenges. Here we discuss 4 common challenges that caregivers face: 1. Patients with severe…