Resources for Senior Care

Resources for Senior Care

As a caregiver we know you do everything you can to ensure your loved one gets what they need when they need it. We also understand that caregiving may not be your only responsibility, and that can make the other duties you are in charge of difficult too. Caregiving is a job in itself, but you may still have a family to take care of and a job, which puts a strain on your entire day. Although caregiving is often categorized as a choice it is more accurately a lifestyle for those providing the care and services. Senior care thus becomes more difficult to handle as they require more time and attention. Some days, more often than not, you may not even have a moment of rest for yourself, which can then cause a strain on your personal well-being. Occasionally you may want to look for resources and medication information, but that may mean waiting until late evening or night to get it done as your day is already planned and tightly scheduled between work, family, and caring for the senior in your home. It can be difficult and time consuming to do research, so below we offer you some helpful websites with tips and resources to assist you in your caregiving needs.

Resource Websites for Seniors & Caregivers

http://www.ventura.org/vcaaa

This website offers information and links to services that may be beneficial to Seniors and their caregivers. Valuable information is offered on this site in regards to services your loved one may qualify for, which in turn can take some stress off you

http://www.silveryears.net/

Here you can find a directory of services that range from recreation, health/medical, social services, and much more.

http://www.icfs.org/2-1-1-information-referral.html

http://www.venturacountyeldercare.com/

Websites with information on medications 

http://www.webmd.com/drugs/

This website offers information on some drugs and medications including warnings, uses, side effects, precautions, interactions, and overdose so that you may better understand and know what exactly your loved one is taking and the effects it may have.

http://www.drugs.com/

This site is a popular, comprehensive and up-to-date source of drug information online. Providing free, peer-reviewed, accurate and independent data on more than 24,000 prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines & natural products.

http://www.usa.gov/Citizen/Topics/Health/Prescription-Drugs.shtml

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginformation.html

Top 10 Technology Devices for Seniors

http://www.homecaremag.com/top-10-technology-devices-seniors

This article offers a description of some devices that may be helpful in keeping track of and taking care of your elderly loved one. These devices seem to offer additional support for caregivers, so they can diminish some stress and worry through the day while helping the senior remain independent. (A must read if your parent or loved one wishes to remain independent.)

How Can Oxnard Family Circle ADHC Help? 

Alleviating you of some of the duties associated with senior care is one of the many ways Oxnard Family Circle Adult Day Health Care Center can help, so that you don’t become engulfed and overwhelmed with the stresses of caregiving. We offer caregivers peace of mind, so that they may complete daily tasks including work and errands without having to worry that their loved one is not getting all the resources and care they may need. Options are available for caregivers whether it be a couple of hours or days per week and we conveniently place everything under one roof.

At our center we provide two hot nutritional meals, activities/social stimulation, memory care, personal care, social services as well as medical services such as skilled nursing. If your loved one requires medication management and administration our staff of nurses are able and ready to help your loved one as needed. Also if they require physical and occupational therapy we provide those services at our center. As if that was not helpful enough we also offer transportation to and from the facility, so that you have one less thing to worry about during your day.

At Oxnard Family Circle we understand the importance of senior care and we work closely with you and your loved ones primary care physician in order to ensure they receive the care they need. Senior care does not have to be a difficult task that consumes all of your spare time, here at Oxnard Family Circle we can assist you with a variety of services. We also hold support groups for caregivers twice a month which is a crucial step in helping to prevent caregiver burnout. Oxnard Family Circle is dedicated to helping you and your loved one receive the best care at the lowest cost possible.

If your loved one has Medi-Cal or Veteran’s Agency Benefits, Oxnard Family Circle is a great option that will help you save money and alleviate stress. For those that wish to pay privately our services are offered at the low cost of $79 per day. Schedule your appointment today.