Enjoy these tips for a better work and life balance with elder care during COVID-19. Many are just operating under incredible stress, unable to communicate with relatives who are in lockdown in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. For these working daughters and sons, setting boundaries, employing technology and routines, asking for flexibility (and some forgiveness), and managing well-being will be critical. And while many of these recommendations are similar to what working parents can and should do, others are unique to working sons and daughters. First, set your parents up for success.

The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed the vulnerability of nursing homes. Home care is a safer and cheaper option than residential care, and delivers better outcomes for patients. Here's how governments and healthcare providers can make home care more affordable and accessible. The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed the strengths and weaknesses of global healthcare systems. One area it has shone a light on is home care, both its benefits and its challenges. The industry delivers services such as doctor visits, nursing services such as wound care and naso-gastric tube change, chronic disease management, bathing, physiotherapy services, and non-clinical services as medication reminders, bathing and companionship.

If you or a loved one has recently suffered from a stroke, you may be looking for postoperative care and little extra help around the house and sticking to the medical plan laid out by doctors. Visiting Angels in Asheville, NC has professional caregivers that are available for in-home care that can take on these important tasks and help lead to a quicker recovery.