ElderCare Library
Welcome to your ElderCare Library. This area is designed to help you with the careful process of selecting the right families to work with and support you along the way. Browse through a growing collection of helpful articles , helpsheets and media , including websites, videos and more.
Featured Articles:
Heart Disease
Heart Disease is the leading cause of death in the United States accounting for more than a quarter of all deaths each year. Many of these deaths could have been prevented. The risk of Heart Disease can be lowered by following some simple recommendations. This article details what Heart Disease is and the steps you and your loved ones can take to reduce the risk of developing it. read more >
Crime and Senior Citizens
In these challenging economic times, more and more people are turning to crime. Senior Citizens are particularly targeted by many of these unsavory people. Add to this the new ways to steal without even setting foot in the home of the victim and everyone needs to take precautions against these crimes. This article details many simple steps to combat these would be criminals and safeguard your person, property, and nestegg. read more >
Everything You Need to Know About Background Checks on TheCaringSpace
Background checks are an important part of a stranger in the home of a senior. Careseekers can find comfort in knowing that the person they hire is not a criminal. Caregivers can set themselves apart as a serious professional by providing this information in their profile on TheCaringSpace.com. Background checks are done by LexisNexis and all personal identifying data is held confidential. read more >
Featured Helpsheet:
Interview Notes
Not sure what to ask during interviews? This pdf worksheet has a thorough list of recommended questions to ask potential caregivers during interviews with plenty of space to take down notes and important information. read more >
Featured ElderCare Media:
PBS Frontline Special: "Living Old"
A powerful and intimate journey into the uncharted territory of Americans living longer than ever -- and what it means for them, their loved ones and our society. read more >
National Family Caregivers Association
The National Family Caregivers Association educates, supports, empowers and speaks up for the more than 50 million Americans who care for loved ones with a chronic illness or disability or the frailties of old age. NFCA reaches across the boundaries of diagnoses, relationships and life stages to help transform family caregivers' lives by removing barriers to health and well being. read more >
