Announcing Our Caregiver Story Contest Winners! We're pleased to announce the winners of our 12th annual “What Makes Caregiving Rewarding” story contest.

Do You Hear What I Hear? By Gary Barg | Editor-in-Chief, Today’s Caregiver magazine For any professional or family caregiver, hearing loss has become an increasingly important healthcare issue. The nation’s 79 million baby boomers began turning age 65 last year and as we age, the senses become less reliable with some of the most… Continue reading Today’s Caregiver Magazine Hosts Free Webinar on Hearing Health | 1/10/2013

The response to Shield HealthCare’s 12th Annual Caregiver Story Contest  on “What Makes Caregiving Rewarding?” was one of the very best in history! With 469 inspirational caregiver stories received and just 8 winners chosen, Shield HealthCare would like to recognize 12 finalists in the 2nd annual Readers’ Choice Contest.  This gives YOU and the voting public the opportunity to choose your favorite… Continue reading Shield HealthCare Announces 2nd Annual Readers’ Choice Contest

Administering medications via feeding tube can be challenging. Medications are common culprits of clogged feeding tubes. Use these tips to help keep your tube open and functioning: 1. Stop the feeding. Medications and formula generally don’t mixwell. 2. Flush tube with at least 15 mL water, using a 30-60mL oral syringe. Use less or more… Continue reading Administering Medications Via Feeding Tube