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The Guide to Cancer Caregiving

Posted by Guest Writer · April 16, 2020

Learning that a friend or family member has been diagnosed with cancer can be overwhelming for anyone. It's a scary time filled with immense dread and uncertainty. If you find yourself in the position of your loved one's caregiver, this can add additional stress.

Caregivers help the patient make decisions, encourage and support them through treatment, and assist with day-to-day self-care. You may not feel qualified for this role, and you likely have a lot of questions.

This guide walks you through what a cancer diagnosis means, what you might expect during your time as a caregiver, and tips to remember as you go into this experience.

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17 Exercises for Hip Pain Relief

Posted by Guest Writer · April 16, 2020

Hip aches and pains are common for a lot of individuals. Chronic health conditions like arthritis or musculoskeletal issues can cause hip pain and discomfort.

Hip pain can also be related to pre-existing conditions, like back pain and arthritis, which can make life insurance more expensive. Because we constantly use our hips for movement, hip pain and injuries can significantly impact our daily lives. For this reason, we'll cover the anatomy of hips, hip pain causes, what hip muscles do, and exercises to alleviate hip pain.

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Buyer's Guide: Selecting the Right Wheelchair

Posted by Guest Writer · April 03, 2020

Wheelchairs can allow for independent mobility and provide necessary relief for those who may have an injury, illness, or disability. They offer full-body support and long-term comfort that many people can benefit from by using.

Even better, there are a wide variety of wheelchair types and customizations that make it possible to find the best wheelchair for you. But the sheer amount of options can make it hard to determine what exactly is best for you. This guide can help you narrow down your options and make the right choice.

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Caregiver Statistics: An Inside Look at the Life of a Caregiver

Posted by Brandon Landgraf · March 25, 2020

Whether you’re a new or veteran caregiver, you understand the lifestyle that comes with holding such responsibilities. At times, it can be a very lonely and overwhelming position to be in. When someone relies heavily on you to maintain and improve their quality of life, it can feel as if there’s a constant weight being applied to you daily. We’ve compiled these caregiver statistics to help you know what comes with being a caregiver and the positive & negative sides of being a caregiver so you can feel less lonely and take preemptive steps to make life easier.

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The 2023 Ultimate Guide to Caregiving

Posted by Brandon Landgraf · March 13, 2020

Caregiving can be hard, especially if you're new to caring for someone. Our ultimate guide covers everything you need to know about caregiving including how you become a caregiver, getting paid as a caregiver, staying organized, in-home care, end-of-life care, and more.

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5 Common Caregiving Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Posted by Brandon Landgraf · February 19, 2020

Caregiving by nature requires a lot. Because of the complexity of caregiving, we asked fellow professional, personal, and in-home caregivers mistakes they've made and how to avoid them so you can prepare yourself and learn from the mistakes of others rather than the alternative.

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