Category: Family Caregivers
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Confusing Costs Of Public Home Supports In BC
Canadians are justifiably proud to live in a country that believes in equality and in the value of a free and accessible health care system. Although this system is strained for capacity, we should still be proud of our goals and what we have achieved. Despite this, there are clearly some issues when it comes…
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Types Of Home Care Services You Can Get Through Gravitii
Gravitii requires all care providers to be registered and in good standing with the BC Care Aide and Community Health Worker Registry (cachwr.bc.ca) or the Alberta Health Care Aide Directory. Health (Home) Care Aides, HCAs, learn various skills to provide quality care to clients in a home setting. These skills typically cover the supportive aspects of medical and…
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The Importance Of Self-Care For Family Caregivers
Caring for elderly family members is a responsibility that many of us take on at some point in our lives. However, in the process of caring for others, we often neglect our own needs. Whether caring for an elderly spouse, parent, or grandparent, it’s essential to prioritize self-care to sustain our caregiving duties. Maintaining healthy…
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Supporting Young Family Caregivers: Balancing Care, School, And Work
According to Stats Canada, one in four young Canadians provides some form of care to a family member or friend, often a grandparent or parent. These young family caregivers typically assist with tasks like housework and transportation, spending an average of 2-4 hours per week on caregiving. While many young caregivers express positive outcomes, such…
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Bridging The Gaps In Home Care For Unmet Needs
With a growing segment of the population over 65, especially baby boomers, and increasing life expectancies, the demand for home care services is rising. Many older adults require complex care that often accompanies advanced age. However, it’s not surprising that many individuals in need are falling through the cracks of Canada’s traditional healthcare system. In…
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The Importance Of Caregiver Respite For Family Caregivers
May Is Family Caregiver Month Gravitii Technologies would like to express deep appreciation to all the unpaid family caregivers who dedicate themselves to ensuring their loved ones maintain their quality of life and independence at home. It’s a fact that over 95% of individuals receiving long-term home care rely on an unpaid caregiver1. Unfortunately, more…