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Certified Nursing Assistant
Certified nursing assistants (CNAs) have some medical training and must pass an exam to get a license. They generally work under the supervision of registered nurses. CNAs can check vital signs, care for wounds, and help your parents with everyday activities like bathing and eating (often referred to as activities of daily living, or ADLs)
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Article - A Guide to Eldercare Options
A breakdown of available eldercare options and guidance to help you what kind of eldercare is right for your parent.
Blog Posts
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Blog Post - My mother, who suffers from dementia and alcoholism, wants my sister and me to be her caregivers, so she keeps sending away the one we've hired.
My sister and I hired a caregiver to come into our...
Questions & Answers
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Question - What is the difference between assisted living and nursing home?
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Tips & Reflections
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Tip - List Your In-home Caregiver’s Responsibilities to Prevent Misunderstandings
Whether your parent's in-home caregiver is a certified...
