Knowledgeable Aging

Resources for the Aging Population

Why Caregivers Need Training

Family members and frontline caregivers are the foundation of the healthcare system. Without family members and frontline caregivers, the nation’s caregiving centers, nursing homes, and hospitals would not be able to meet the needs of their clients. Research suggests that caregivers play a crucial role in improving quality of life and mitigating complications for older adults.

Although caregivers assist seniors, they often lack the skills needed to provide much need care and support safely, confidently, and effectively. In fact, the lack of training can lead to complications. Because society expects caregivers to provide optimal care to seniors, their need for proper training and support has never been greater.

In this webinar you will learn about what caregivers say about training, the most effective types of training, and how you can advocate for increased access to training in your community.

Listen to the Podcast

  • 2:24 – My background as a caregiver trainer
  • 3:54 – Caregiving is both personal and frontline professionals
  • 6:03 – Caregiving assisting loved ones with medical/nursing tasks
  • 8:50 – What caregivers need to be successful
  • 10:26 – Current caregiving training models
  • 17:19 – What caregivers say about improving access to training
  • 21:29 – Teaching patience and kindness
  • 23:11 – Three foundational trainings for caregivers
  • 24:04 – First is elder abuse prevention
  • 25:14 – Second is normal aging
  • 26:10 – Third is preventing the spread of bacteria and viruses
  • 28:29 – Resources
  • 29:33 – Questions
Dr. Eboni Green

Dr. Green is the President and CEO of Caregiver Support Services, which specializes in supporting family and professional caregivers across the lifespan through direct supportive services. She is the author of three books At the Heart of the Matter, Caregiving in the New Millennium, and Reflections from the Soul, and currently writes a monthly article that focuses on self-care among caregivers. Green has extensive experience focused on caregivers’ health and wellness, with an emphasis on caregiver stress, burnout, and related family conflicts.

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