How can we support a family caregiver? Through thoughtful acts of kindness, we can make a meaningful difference and be a source of encouragement in...

Is your loved one at a high risk for falls? Take this easy 10-question test to find out. Fall risk is high if you answer “Yes” to 4 or more questions.

GROW with Shield HealthCare is a pediatric program addressing the physical, emotional and social needs of children with special needs and their families. 

Shield HealthCare's 14th Annual Caregiver Story Contest Begins 9/8/14! Shield HealthCare recognizes the dedication and daily challenges of caregivers.

Updated September 10, 2021 September is National Preparedness Month! Make sure you’re prepared for anything with these steps: Be informed. Find out about which types of disasters, including natural, technological and home fires are likely to occur in your area. Be on the alert for wireless emergency alert text messages on your cell phone. For… Continue reading Emergency Preparedness Tips

"After my mother died, my I brought my father, who suffered from Parkinsons, to live with me in Arizona. When he started having difficulty remembering... 

Family caregivers understand how stressful and tiring caregiving can sometimes be. Respite care – from small breaks to all-day care – can provide much-needed opportunities for caregiver relief and rejuvenation. Respite care options range from casual, informal agreements with friends and neighbors to in-home professional services or day services at a facility. Caring.com explains the… Continue reading Caregiving Help: 8 Respite Care Options for Family Caregivers

Caregiver Story Spotlight | 2013 Shield HealthCare “What Makes Caregiving Rewarding?” Story Contest Story shared by Joanne H… “I didn’t start out as a family caregiver or a home health professional. I was hired because I enjoy being with the elderly, love to cook, have lots of patience and am handy around the house. I started caring… Continue reading Inspired By a Teacher with Dementia | A Professional Caregiver Shares her Story

Caregiver Story Spotlight | Shield HealthCare “What Makes Caregiving Rewarding?” Story Contest Story shared by Samantha R… “It seems like yesterday, but 12 years ago I gave birth to beautiful healthy twin boys. Every toe was in place and all fingers were accounted for. I was a first time mother with a lot of responsibility but little… Continue reading Being a Caregiver is Equal to Love: A Mother’s Story About Caring for Twin Sons with Autism

Shield HealthCare “What Makes Caregiving Rewarding?” Story Contest 2013 Runner Up Spotlight: “I have been a nurse for about 17 years. Deep in my heart I always knew I wanted to be nurturing and helpful to others who needed me. I had no idea where this career would take me. I never did it for the money, although… Continue reading Unconditional Love Through The Eyes Of A Nurse