Blog Detail
Caregiverlist
http://www.caregiverlist.com/blog/julie/Defau…
Caregiverlist provides information, tips and news for professional senior caregivers and family caregivers.
Recent Posts
C.N.A. Practice Test
Are you considering becoming a certified nursing aide? Curious about the questions the exam will ask? You can learn about nursing aide programs in your area, including the costs and length of the program (usually around 6-weeks long) and take Careg...
Becoming a Certified Nursing Aide
Many senior caregivers may come to the profession through caring for a family member or personal friend. Many of their caregiving skills have been developed "on the job". Senior care companies provide services staffed by both companion caregivers a...
CLASS Act Passes Senate: Natl. Long-term Care Insurance
The Senate passed the Community Living Assistance and Support Services (CLASS) Act on Friday, December 4th, making this act an approved portion of the healthcare reform bill. The word on the street is the healthcare bill will pass, in some form, an...
Healthcare Reform: Don\'t Forget Billions in Medicare Fraud
As the Senate debates healthcare reform and how the additional coverages would be provided, why aren't they talking about the $90 billion that has been given away for free through Medicare fraud? A private company would close their doors if all of t...
An Enduring Sympathy Gift
While caregiving brings fuflillment, it also brings learning to cope with loss. When a caregiver loses the person they have been caring for, it is important to process the grief. Hospice caregivers receive special training in caring for terminal ...
New Robotic Caregiver: the CareBot
In development for a few years, a new robotic caregiver is now being tested in senior's homes. The CareBot, developed by GeckoSystems, is now doing caregiver duties through in-home trials. The robot, which can be programmed to speak in various to...

