Caregiving Advice and Information
This section includes tips and advice that we hope can be useful during your caregiving journey.
Caregiving is a journey that is often started with the best of intentions and hopes. Some of us are thrown into it, and others saw it coming miles away. Regardless of how it began, one thing is consistent-Helpful advice and information are always welcome.
We address essential aspects, such as balancing caregiving responsibilities and touch on harder ones, like what to say to a dying loved one.
Contact Information
If you or your loved one are not a patient of MJHS and would like information about our programs and services, you can contact MJHS via our online form or by calling 1-855-692-5058.
Social Workers–Breaking Barriers Since 1898
Social work has been a core discipline of MJHS Health System since its start in 1907. Social workers are an integral part of our interdisciplinary team, helping caregivers break barriers by providing support and connecting them to resources in the community.
Honoring Caregivers
As a caregiver, you may often feel responsible for making all the health care decisions for your relative who is ill. This feeling comes from the great sense of love and responsibility you have towards your loved one. Including family members in conversations about treatment and goals will help facilitate discussions with the health care team and get everyone on the same page.
Getting On The Same Page. The Family Meeting.
As a caregiver, you may often feel responsible for making all the health care decisions for your relative who is ill. This feeling comes from the great sense of love and responsibility you have towards your loved one. Including family members in conversations about treatment and goals will help facilitate discussions with the health care team and get everyone on the same page.
Simplifying the Difference Between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage Plans
Original Medicare is a federal program that helps the elderly and disabled afford care while Medicare Advantage is an alternative to Original Medicare that gives people more options. Lear more about the differences.
Which Immunizations are Necessary After Age 65?
Immunizations are an essential part of health care throughout your life. However, the vaccinations you need will change as you age. People over the age of 65 typically have a higher risk of contracting specific illnesses. There are the most common vaccines needed for people over the age of 65.
How Do I Address My Feelings as a Caregiver?
It's essential to understand your emotions so you can communicate with your family and friends about how you are feeling.
Tips for Caregiving
If you are providing unpaid care to a frail family member or friend with a serious illness and are performing some or most of the following tasks—you are in a caregiving role.
Motivating Your Loved One to Participate in Activities
Understand the varied benefits of keeping seniors active and learn how to overcome challenges to motivate them.
Continuum of Care: The Importance of Seamless, Uninterrupted Care
Continuum of care often leads to improved overall health and reduced health care costs.
When Your Loved One is Far Away: Tips for Long-distance Caregiving
Caring for a loved one far away can be difficult. Read some helpful tips on how to manage some of the most common challenges.
Balancing Caregiving Responsibilities
Caregiving can have a significant impact on your life. Balancing your caregiving responsibilities and personal life is key to being a successful caregiver.
Caregivers Have Rights Too: A Caregiver’s Bill of Rights
So much energy and attention go into being a caregiver that we often forget about ourselves and our own needs. We often need to be reminded that we have rights as caregivers.