Caregiver

Family caregivers play an incredibly important role, but sometimes they need help. DispatchHealth’s in-home visits take some of the burden off their shoulders.

It’s common for people to get burned out when providing long-term care to a family member or friend. But there are things you can do to ease the strain.

Each November, we celebrate National Family Caregivers Month in honor of the individuals who selflessly devote their time and energy to caring for loved ones.

Are you new to long-distance caregiving? While challenging, this new role can be successfully managed with the right guidance. Tips ahead!

Providing your elderly parents with the care they need during COVID-19 might seem complex but, with DispatchHealth, it doesn’t have to be. Learn more here.

Learn about the ways caregivers should nurse seniors who have recently been discharged from the hospital. With DispatchHealth, it’s easy!

Seasonal allergies pose unique problems to seniors that are important to consider if you’re a caretaker. A modern-day house call can help.

Are you taking care of someone with an intellectual disability? If so, avoid the emergency room for these health issues and instead get care delivered.

Many seniors have health conditions that increase their risk of developing urinary tract infections (UTIs). Here's everything you need to know to help.

Urinary tract infections are common among seniors with Alzheimer’s. Learn how to recognize the symptoms and some of the ways to prevent it.

Notice that bedside water bottle’s been full all day? Keep a lookout for these signs of dehydration in the elderly before health complications arise.

If you’re caring for someone who is struggling with alzheimers or dementia, you should keep an eye out for these common health concerns.

The demographics of family caregivers have changed greatly in recent years. What was once primarily a woman’s job is now often undertaken by many men.

Flu, fever, sinus infections, pneumonia and more are hitting seniors hard, fast and often. In-home urgent medical care can treat seniors right away!

Of the 40 million unpaid family caregivers in the U.S., roughly a quarter are millennials. Perhaps more interestingly, this group is incredibly diverse.