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View	Career Options for Nurses Guest: Interim HealthCare This segment discusses career options for unemployed nurses and other healthcare professionals who want to go back to work and care for others. more
View	Home Healthcare Makes A Great Career Choice Guest: Interim HealthCare This segment speaks about the rise in home healthcare, growing career areas for women, and reasons why Interim HealthCare is unique. more
View	Careers for busy moms Guest: Interim HealthCare This segment details the 43 year old company, Interim HealthCare and why the variable nature of their healthcare jobs are attractive to women who are seeking balance in their lives. more
View	Medicare May Cover It Guest: Interim HealthCare Inc. Did you know that Medicare may cover home health care costs as an alternative to recovery in a nursing home or rehab facility? Your doctor and the hospital can work with you to find qualified home health care agencies in your area that are covered by Medicare. more
View	Do A Home Assessment & Plan Guest: Interim HealthCare Inc. Here’s how to address the safety or emotional needs of your parents who want to maintain their independence. An in-home assessment by a qualified home healthcare agency and a plan of action can be the first steps in a care program that can help avoid accidents, overcome isolation, and reduce the medical and mental risks of being home alone. more
View	Be A Health Advocate Guest: Interim HealthCare Inc. Here’s a tip to remember when taking care of your loved one: Arm yourself with vital information regarding their diagnosis and treatment options. Know your rights and speak up! Be an active part of your loved one’s care team. You know your loved one better than anyone, so make sure the members of your care team are as informed and aware as you are. Remember, knowledge is power! more
View	Believe In Yourself Guest: Interim HealthCare Inc. Here’s a tip to remember when being a caregiver for a loved one. Believe in yourself. It’s important to try and maintain a positive attitude by recognizing your strengths and limitations. It will go a long way in your ability to set goals and boundaries for yourself and for your loved one. more
View	Foster Communication Guest: Interim HealthCare Inc. If you have a loved one who has Alzheimer’s Disease, make sure you foster communication with their physicians. Be involved in your loved one’s medical care. Ask questions about the progression of the disease, express concerns and discuss treatment options. Reach out to more information at www.alzfdn.org more
View	Stay Healthy, Get Support Guest: BFW Advertising / Interim Healthcare Here are some tips to be successful as a caregiver for your loved one. First, maintain your own physical and mental health. Exercising, light reading and other activities can help reduce stress. Seek medical help if you have signs of depression. Second, discuss the caregiving situation with family and friends. Realize that support systems are critical to both of you getting and staying healthy. more
View	Do Your Research Guest: Interim HealthCare Inc. When you’re considering in home care you’ll find that providers can vary widely. So do your research, and take the time to meet potential providers face to face. Make sure you meet the actual caregivers and ask them specific questions about how they would approach challenges and check out every agency with your local Better Business Bureau. more
View	Companion Careers Guest: Interim HealthCare Inc. If you’re a mature adult looking for a job that allows you to help people, think about being a companion to an active senior. Companions provide social support such as reading stories or helping someone write letters. Today’s older adults are healthier and more vital than ever. They understand the special needs of aging and it gives them an opportunity make a valuable contribution. more
View	Entertain The Brain Guest: Interim HealthCare Inc. If you’re a caregiver, make sure you do cognitive stimulation activities with your loved one. Listening to music, doing word puzzles and playing memory games can easily be done at home. Many neurosurgeons* say that doing a new activity every day reconnects sensors in your brain and promotes overall brain health. more
View	Understand Their Experience, Avoid Burnout Guest: Interim HealthCare Inc. Here are some tips to be successful as a caregiver for your loved one. Make sure you understand their needs, challenges and limitations. Adjust your expectations. Be patient and kind. And avoid caregiver burnout by making time for yourself. Join caregiver support groups, and pursue interests beyond your caregiving role, such as exercise, hobbies and art. more
View	Communicate, Ask Questions Guest: Interim HealthCare Inc. Here’s a tip to remember if you find yourself in the hospital. Make sure you understand your care needs and expected recovery time once you leave. Ask as many questions as possible and understand that Medicare and most insurance companies may pay for care at home until you can manage on your own. Ask your doctor or ask to see a discharge planner before you leave. more
View	Balancing Work & Life Is A Little Easier Now Guest: Interim HealthCare Inc. This segment focuses on Interim HealthCare as the answer to achieving a work life balance and that it’s the perfect solution for those moms who might be thinking about re-entering the work force who want to continue caring for people. It also reiterates that healthcare is a growing industry, and that Interim HealthCare franchises exist for those who want to be more of an owner and manager instead of on the caregiver side. more
View	Plan For Their Future Guest: Interim HealthCare Inc. If you have an ailing loved one, make sure you take care of their financial, legal, and long-term planning issues. Try to involve them in decision-making, if they are still capable of providing input, and consider their wishes related to future care and end-of-life issues. Don’t procrastinate. If you need to, seek the help of a qualified financial or estate planner. more
View	Consider A Career In Caregiving Guest: Interim HealthCare Inc. If you’re considering a career helping people, why not work for a home health care agency? Besides nurses, there are Home health aides who provide health-related services, Homemakers who provide mainly housekeeping support, and Companions who might visit, read stories and help write letters. Choose the track that’s right for you! more
View	Educate Yourself & Learn Techniques Guest: Interim HealthCare Inc. If your loved one needs a caregiver, first take the time to learn and better understand the challenges they face. Read books, attend workshops, and consult with healthcare professionals. Second, learn caregiving techniques. Communications skills, safety planning, and managing behavioral challenges and activities of daily living. The internet is a great place to start your education! more
View	Protect Your Own Health Guest: Interim HealthCare Inc. Here’s a tip to remember when taking care of loved ones. Maintain your health and well-being as well as theirs. It is critically important because if you don’t, who will? Your good health is the greatest gift you can give to your aging loved ones. So don’t forget to keep up on your immunizations and get yearly physicals. more
View	Consumer Alert Guest: Interim HealthCare Inc. Make sure you are a fully informed consumer when hiring someone to help with home health care services. One example: if there is an employee injury, an agency will generally insure their employees and cover them with worker’s comp as required by state law. If you hire a worker yourself or through a registry, you could be held liable if there is an injury in your home which could result in medical bills or even a major lawsuit. more
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Career Options for Nurses

Home Healthcare Makes A Great Career Choice

Careers for busy moms

Medicare May Cover It

Do A Home Assessment & Plan

Be A Health Advocate

Believe In Yourself

Foster Communication

Stay Healthy, Get Support

Do Your Research

Companion Careers

Entertain The Brain

Understand Their Experience, Avoid Burnout

Communicate, Ask Questions

Balancing Work & Life Is A Little Easier Now

Plan For Their Future

Consider A Career In Caregiving

Educate Yourself & Learn Techniques

Protect Your Own Health

Consumer Alert