The Demand for Caregivers is Only Going Up Navigating the arena of hiring a caregiver is overwhelming, especially when the demand for caregivers is only going up. People turning 65 today have an almost 70 percent chance of needing some type of long-term care services or support in their remaining years, and 1 in 5 will need such care for more than five years (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services). Life expectancy is also only going up so knowing when and how to make the transition to getting a caregiver can be hard to know. When to Consider
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Monthly Archives January 2022
Why Our Caregivers Love Freedom Home Care
Caregivers at Freedom Home Care are Essential Here at Freedom Home Care, caregivers are not only needed now more than ever, but they are dedicated to making the lives of all clients comfortable and happy. Great care starts with the employees here at FHC. Furthermore, we offer great benefits and experiences to all of our caregivers. FHC is truly a family environment. Caregivers are treated well as FHC employees and it rings true in each of their individual experiences. First-Hand Caregiver Love for Freedom Home Care Several caregivers and staff members said they love FHC for the “variety of
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National Blood Donor Month
What is National Blood Donor Month? January is National Blood Donor Month, which is a month dedicated to the lifesaving impact of blood and platelet donors. This celebration has taken place each January for nearly 50 years and happens to coincide with one of the most difficult times to maintain sufficient blood supplies for patients. National Blood Donor Month takes place in January because it is a typical period of critical blood shortages. People usually stop donating blood around the holidays and due to winter sicknesses. Not only are voluntary blood donors honored, but also people are encouraged to give
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