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calls and texts right from their wrist. They also have multiple options (some voice-activated): emergency communication, health tracking, alerts, fall detection and GPS tracking options (look for hard-to-remove, waterproof smartwatches that work outdoors). Electronic pressure-sensitive mat alarms will alert caregivers when the user gets up from bed or chairs. Door and motion sensor units (such as SMPL Wander Alert) can pinpoint someone’s location. Surveillance cameras, baby monitors and smart-display devices with Wi-Fi allow remote check-ins. Get some relief Several online apps (e.g., LivPact.com, Caring Village) let caregivers coordinate and share duties, despite distance and conflicting Take care of yourself too Most people are not trained to be caregivers and some may have their own health problems or physical limitations. Providing unpaid care can affect family members’ physical, emotional and financial health, says the American Medical Association. This can increase the risk of premature aging, sickness and death, depression, mood swings and resentment. Physical and/or emotional exhaustion can lead to burnout, increasing the risk for errors, medication mismanagement and unhealthy personal coping behaviors. Take steps to ensure your own mental and physical health (see “Get some relief ”). schedules, through their phone, tablet or computer. Free meditation or deep breathing apps (e.g., Pzizz, Sanvello) can promote relaxation, encourage sleep and reduce stress. FROM LEFT: ZINKEVYCH; DABOOST / STOCK.ADOBE.COM You can preserve home safety and minimize accidents or injury by installing keyless deadlocks or lockboxes for emergency access to the home without a key. Consider automatic stove/oven shut-offs and anti-scald devices that limit water temperature. Put gates at stair openings, install motion detection lights and mount handrails throughout the house. Remove throw rugs. Slide a swim noodle, cut lengthwise, under a fitted bed sheet to deter rolling out of bed. Discourage wanderers with a stop sign on doors. To save time, prepare, package and freeze individual, microwaveable meals that are easy to reheat. Order online groceries and have food delivered to your home. Ask others to bring dietappropriate meals. Caregiver support groups Look for local or online caregiver support groups that you can connect with: ● Family Caregiver Alliance provides resources in English, Spanish, Chinese and Vietnamese National Alliance for Caregiving ● ● Caregiving.com ● The Caregiver Connection ● Alzheimer’s Association ● Cancer Support Foundation ● Multiple Sclerosis Foundation ● ALS Association ● BrightFocus Foundation ● Elton John AIDS Foundation—JB A break can refresh and energize you. Respite care can provide much-needed, short-term relief in the home, or consider an adult day program or an overnight in assisted living facilities.—JB JANUARY 2022 Costco Connection 71 USp70_71_SS_FYH_ElderCare_BS_R2.indd 71 12/13/21 12:45 PM

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