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    A place where Caregivers come together to share common experiences, challenges,and resources. 

    Caregivers are truly experts in patient management and can help each other because of their intensive experience in patient care at home. Caregivers can ask questions to others on this forum going through a similar caregiving experiences. They can start topics and discuss things like ways to manage daily tasks, where to find doctors, nurses, and other health services, how they manage stress, and any other topics related to caring for their loved one and for themselves. It is a great place for Caregivers to come and chat about the issues that affect them on a day to day basis and take time to focus on their own needs and health.

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  • Stock pic of medicines and the text overlay on blue strip Self-Medication Can Cause Harm
    क्या आपको बिना डॉक्टर के पर्चे के ये दवाएँ खरीदनी चाहिए?
    हम ऐसे युग में जी रहे हैं जहाँ हर कोई आसानी से चिकित्सा संबंधी जानकारी प्राप्त कर सकता है और सेल्फ-मेडिकेशन एक आसान विकल्प लग सकता है। हम शायद डॉक्टर और अन्य स्वास्थ्य कर्मचारियों से सलाह लेने की समझदारी को भूल जाते हैं। इस लेख में हम बिना नुस्खे के दवाएं लेने (स्व-चिकित्सा, सेल्फ-मेडिकेशन) के जोखिमों के बारे में चर्चा कर रहे हैं, और ऐसी दवाओं के शरीर के विभिन्न अंगों पर होने वाले असर को साझा करते हैं।  जब हम डॉक्टर से सलाह लेते हैं तो डॉक्टर हमारे केस को अच्छी तरह से समझने के बाद दवा का…
  • A woman doctor in blue scrubs discussing with an older woman with the text overlay on a blue strip Preparing for a second opinion
    दूसरी राय (सेकंड ओपीन्यन) के लिए तैयारी कैसे करें
    गंभीर बीमारी के निदान के बाद लोग अकसर किसी अन्य चिकित्सक से निदान और उपचार की पुष्टि के लिए दूसरी राय (सेकंड ओपीन्यन) चाहते हैं। पर यह दूसरी राय क्या है? किसी को दूसरी राय कब लेनी चाहिए और प्रभावी दूसरी राय के लिए कैसे तैयार होना चाहिए? इस जानकारीपूर्ण लेख में हम दूसरी राय के महत्वपूर्ण विषय पर, और इस से संबंधित पहलुओं पर चर्चा करते हैं। दूसरी राय का क्या मतलब है? दूसरी राय लेने का मतलब है कि अपने डॉक्टर से प्राथमिक परामर्श के बाद किसी अन्य विशेषज्ञ/ डॉक्टर से राय लेना, ताकि उपचार के लिए सबसे…
  • A woman doctor in blue scrubs discussing with an older woman with the text overlay on a blue strip Preparing for a second opinion
    How To Prepare For A Second Opinion
    People often want a second opinion. But what is a second opinion? When should one get a second opinion and how to prepare for an effective second opinion. We unpack these questions and more in this informative article on the important topic of second opinion. What does a second opinion mean?  A second opinion simply means seeking an opinion following a primary consultation with your doctor with another specialist/doctor to help in making the best choice for the patient. It is usually…
  • Stock pic of medicines and the text overlay on blue strip Self-Medication Can Cause Harm
    Should You Purchase These Drugs Without A Prescription?
    We live in an era of easy access where everyone can access medical information and self-medication can seem like an easy option. It is easy to forget the wisdom of seeking professional help. Here we unpack the risks of self-medication and how they impact different organs.  A doctor prescribes medication after a detailed consultation with a patient. A consultation includes a detailed medical history (both present and past), a physical examination and lab tests to make a diagnosis. Based on…
  • Stock pic that show vaccine supplies syringe, bottlesm a red ribbon and text immunisation for all ages
    Lifetime Immunization - Vaccines Recommended For Adult
    Vaccines don't stop after childhood. Immunisation and vaccinations help us fight infections. The immune system of persons with chronic conditions and the elderly are compromised and hence it is recommended for them to vaccinate themselves. Some vaccines like HPV vaccine also prevent cancers. Read all about immunisations and talk to your physician about these. How your body fights infections-role of antibodies The immune system protects you from illness and infection. When bacteria or viruses…
  • आपातकाल के लिए तैयार रहें
    टॉप 7 इमरजेंसी की स्थितियों के बारे में आवश्यक जानकारी
    मेडिकल इमरजेंसी (आपातकालीन स्थिति) कभी भी, किसी भी समय हो सकती है और हमें तुरंत जोखिम में डाल देती हैं। इस लेख में देखें कि ऐसी सात शीर्ष इमरजेंसी के बारे में आपको क्या जानना चाहिए और जानें कि इन्हें बिगड़ने से रोकने के लिए आपको तुरंत क्या करना चाहिए। 1. दिल का दौरा (हार्ट अटैक) सबसे आम और जान को खतरे में डालने वाली इमरजेंसी में से एक है - दिल का दौरा (हार्ट अटैक)। इसे चिकित्सकीय भाषा में मायोकार्डियल इन्फ्रक्शन (एमआई) कहते हैं। तत्काल कार्रवाई से हम हार्ट अटैक के केस में जीवन बचा सकते हैं और इस…
  • A person calling emergency services and the text Be Prepared For Emergencies
    Top 7 Emergencies Everyone Should Know About
    Medical emergencies work on their own timeline. They do not discriminate and when the time comes, time is of essence. Here are the top 7 emergencies everyone should know about and what you should do immediately.    HEART ATTACK One of the most life threatening and commonly encountered emergencies is heart attacks or in medical terms Myocardial Infarction (MI). Immediate action can change the outcome and save lives. What to expect: A heart attack occurs when the plaque mostly made of…
  • Image of a patient's hand being held by someone and text overlay What is Palliative Care
    Palliative Care - Benefits and Misconceptions
    Dr. Seema R Rao of Karunashraya explains palliative care, addresses the myths and misconceptions around it and highlights its importance for better quality of life of patients. What is Palliative Care? In India, more and more people are suffering from serious illnesses like cancer, heart diseases, chronic respiratory diseases, AIDS, stroke, organ failure, drug-resistant tuberculosis, and neurological diseases. Physical issues like pain, shortness of breath, nausea, loss of appetite, fatigue,…
  • 50 वर्षों से परिवार के सदस्यों की देखभाल करने वाली महिला से कुछ सहानुभूति और स्वीकृति संबंधी सीख
    50 वर्षों से परिवार के सदस्यों की देखभाल कर्ता से सहानुभूति और स्वीकृति संबंधी सीख
    वीना शील भटनागर, 80, अर्थशास्त्र की लेक्चरर रह चुकी हैं। वे अपने परिवार के सदस्यों की पचास साल से अधिक समय तक लगातार देखभाल करती रही हैं। उन्होंने जिन प्रियजनों की देखभाल की है, उस श्रंखला में अंत में उनके दिवंगत पति विजय शील भटनागर थे, जिन्हें पार्किंसंस रोग था। यहां वे देखभाल करने की इस लंबी यात्रा के बारे में बात करती हैं और अपनी सीख साझा करती हैं। 1963 में 22 साल की उम्र में मेरी शादी हुई, और उसके तुरंत बाद मैं एक देखभाल कर्ता बन गई। तब से मेरी देखभाल करने की यात्रा 50+ साल से नॉनस्टॉप चलती…
  • Two young sisters ALS caregives standing together with the text overlay Applied Kaizen to Caregiving
    Enabling An ALS Journey Surrounded By Loved Ones
    Satvinder Kaur and Sukhvinder Kaur are two sisters who took care of their mother who was diagnosed with ALS (Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis), a rare neurodegenerative disease for 11 years of which 8 long years were on a ventilator and ICU setup at home. Satvinder shares their years with ALS and all the trials and tribulations that accompanied it. Please tell us how your mother was diagnosed with ALS and what were the early symptoms? We (my brother, sister and I) were blessed with a very loving…
What to do when you've reached your breaking point as a caregiver
I came upon this list of great advice from caregivers on what to do when you feel like you have reached your "breaking point" or a point of true exhaustion or frustration as a caregiver. What are some tips you would give others when they reach this…
Dutch students choose to live in nursing homes rent-free (as long as they keep the residents company)
Read the article here...http://www.thejournal.ie/help-the-aged-1814698-Dec2014/ Would something like this work in an Asian context ? I think its worth a few experiments for sure.      
Share your caregiving story!
I moved the Chennai 3.5 years ago to take care of my beloved grandma who developed breast cancer. Being a caregiver for her was a life changing experience for me. It showed me that even when we are caring for someone we love and even if we enjoy our…
What is your biggest caregiving challenge?
We all experience many joys and many challenges as caregivers. Sometimes talking about the tough aspects of caregiving is a good way to make sure we are not keeping our frustrations and diffficulties bottled up. The more we internalize the stresses…
What do you do to take a break from Caregiving?
One of the most important things that Caregivers need to do for themselves and their loved ones is to take breaks. It is so vital to take time to focus on oneself, recharge, and get some rest. If a Caregiver does not take breaks, it can lead to…
Home nursing options
How do you go about finding the right nurse for the patient or the elderly? What level of knowledge of English is important ? What are the top 3 things you look for ?    
Welcome to the Caregiver Community!
Hello fellow Family Caregivers! It is exciting to have an online forum where Caregivers from India and around the world can come together to share and learn from each other. This is a space where you can pose questions, share your story, and just…
Stores dedicated for senior citizens in India and Singapore
I came across http://www.oldisgoldstore.com/ recently. They have retail outlets in Chennai and ship to the southern states. Do you know of stores like these in other cities ?  We would like to add this information in our Resources centre  

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