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Thanking the Caregiver In Your Life
It’s no secret that caregivers sacrifice a lot to care for the people they love. But a recent survey commissioned by Pria in honor of National Caregivers Day showed just how many sacrifices they actually make.
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StoriesAnd The Award Goes To… Pria!
It’s always nice to be recognized. But being recognized by two of the biggest names in tech and media is an absolute honor.
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StoriesSnow Woes: Safety Tips for Caring for Seniors in the Winter
There’s no sight quite like a winter wonderland, but the reality of a cold, blustery and snow-covered landscape brings along many challenges for seniors and their caregivers.
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StoriesTalking to Loved Ones About Medication Management
Medication management isn’t something that should be taken lightly. If nonadherence becomes more frequent, and consequently more dangerous, it might be time to have a conversation about solutions. It’s a tough one to have, but here are some tips for getting started.
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StoriesMaking the Most of Family Visits with Older Adults
With more seniors aging in place, it’s no surprise that younger generations are facing new challenges in caring for their elders, but what about bonding with their elders who may not be in the best of health physically, mentally and/or emotionally?
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StoriesThe Medication Management Makeover: Automated Medication Dispensers
It can be difficult to break free of the status quo and incorporate major shake-ups and changes into daily life. Managing medications properly can feel like just one more thing to remember on a list of tasks for both care recipients and caregivers alike.
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StoriesCaring for the Caregiver: The Importance of Self-care
Caregiver burnout occurs when the caregiver becomes physically, mentally and emotionally drained from the added stress caused by performing everyday tasks for a loved one. Here are some of the challenges caregivers face that can lead to burnout.
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StoriesMaking Great New Holiday Memories for Your Senior Loved One
The holidays are a special time when our thoughts turn to celebrating together. But they can also be a time of loneliness for many, especially seniors.
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StoriesHeartbreak 101: Intro to Heart Disease
In addition to being a symbol of love and of the substance of a person, the heart is also a critical organ, so it is vital that we give it all of the love and attention it deserves.
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StoriesArtificial Intelligence Will Be Core to the Future of Senior Healthcare
Like something out of a science fiction movie, technology is becoming smarter and smarter in every more surprising ways.
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StoriesHow Home Community-Based Services (HCBS) Can Help with Medication Management
Home and Community-Based Services are programs funded under Medicaid designed to give aging individuals or people with functional limitations the option to receive services in their own home rather than a facility.
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StoriesCaregiver Burnout
If you are feeling burnt out from your duties as a caregiver, know that you are not alone. Caregiving can often be stressful and bring out feelings of guilt.
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StoriesA Day In The Life Of A Pria User
With features like medication alerts, two-way video calling, and personalized reminders. Pria can help streamline not only medication management but also appointment reminders, doctor’s appointments, and more.
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StoriesNew Technology & Tools to Help Caregivers
There are more and more technological resources that make caregiving easier and more effective. Let’s take a look at a few of the practical solutions available to you as a family caregiver.
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StoriesHow to Balance Caregiving and Life’s Other Responsibilities
The most common reason for medication neglect is forgetfulness. That’s why Pria should be on the short list of tools for any caregiver supporting an independent loved one with complex medication needs.
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StoriesHow Do Smart Pill Boxes Improve Healthcare?
Smart pill boxes have changed the way caregivers and healthcare professionals manage medications. Having multiple medications stored in one place is convenient and secure.
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StoriesFour Questions to Help Define your Role as a Family Caregiver
Everyone wants to give their loved one the best care possible. But what does that mean in practice, and how do you make it happen given all your other responsibilities? If you find yourself in the role of a family caregiver, there are many factors to consider to find the best way forward.
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StoriesFive Signs It’s Time for Your Aging Loved One to Use an Automated Medication Dispenser
Taking multiple medications is very common as we grow older. If you are a family caregiver helping an aging loved one manage their medication, there are some clear signs that you should consider an automated medication dispenser to help with this vital task.
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StoriesTop 10 Reasons Caregivers Should get an Automated Pill Dispenser for Their Loved One
Helping a parent or other loved one manage their medication can be incredibly stressful and time-consuming. Automated pill dispensers save time and grant peace of mind when maintaining your loved one’s medication routine.
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StoriesAre Automated Pill Dispensers Right for my Loved One?
Automated Pill Dispensers, such as Pria, are making medication management easier for caregivers, care teams and their loved ones.
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StoriesHow to Ease Into a Family Caregiver Role
Becoming a family caregiver is a big change for everyone: you as the caregiver, your loved one, and others in the care circle.
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StoriesTips to Help Someone Who’s Taking Multiple Medications
Managing multiple medications can be challenging, especially for an older person, or someone with numerous ailments.
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StoriesFive Ways Artificial Intelligence Is Used Every Day
Self-driving cars and robot cafes are still be a little ways in the future, but you may already be using Artificial Intelligence (AI) and not realize it.
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StoriesTraveling with a Loved One Who Has Medical Needs
Traveling with a loved one with medical needs can complicate vacation planning, but there are many things you can do to prepare.
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StoriesNew Year’s Resolutions for Medication Management
For those taking multiple medications or those caring for someone who is, a simple audit and streamlining of your current medication management strategy is a great place to start on the journey to better health.
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StoriesImproving Caregiving Through AI
AI AI can be used to implement simple measures that save time and effort for both parties, earning them back those hours to devote to their relationships with family and friends, as well as time for fun and relaxing activities.
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StoriesFive Ways That Seniors Can Stay Social
Keeping socially engaged is important for people as they age. Here are a few ways that can help seniors stay social.
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StoriesFour Qualities that Make Pria a Unique Automated Pill Dispenser
The most common reason for medication neglect is forgetfulness. That’s why Pria should be on the short list of tools for any caregiver supporting an independent loved one with complex medication needs.