FREE HELP FOR SENIORS AND THEIR FAMILY CAREGIVERS

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4 жыл бұрын

There’s nothing better than FREE help for seniors! Except for free services for seniors AND their family caregivers! Getting help for the elderly living at home can get expensive and families often don’t know who to call for the little things.
In addition, family caregiving is demanding and can be stressful, so any FREE technology for family caregivers to free up some time and make things less stressful should be a welcome resource for you. Well, this video has both: Tips for helping elderly parents get much needed FREE services, and also how to make caring for elderly parents easier by using technology.
When your elderly parent needs help with things like cleaning, driving, moving, getting food or needs support when in the hospital or is ill at home, there are FREE solutions to help out. FREE services for senior citizens and the elderly are hard to find, but this video will cover four amazing FREE resources to make things a bit easier on you. I’m sure that at least one of these will be a benefit for you and your aging parent at home, and maybe you’ll find all four useful!
The next time you say things like “I’m so stressed, my elderly parent needs help at home and I don’t know who to turn to”, turn to these resources for assistance.
LINKS
www.backpackhealth.com/
www.caringbridge.org/
www.mealtrain.com/
www.elderhelpers.org/
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@SofiaAmirpoor 4 жыл бұрын

Wow! #4 is going to blow you away and just might be a life saver when your parent needs it the most! How Confident are You as a Family Caregiver? Take the Quiz www.sofiaamirpoor.com/Home

@mrs6100 3 жыл бұрын

#4 is not free

@ej12349 Ай бұрын

I made a medical binder for my dad and now have one for my mom.

@tenaseesherry 2 жыл бұрын

Such a blessing! Thank you! I am 558 miles away from my elderly parents. Elderhelpers! Yaasss! 🙏🏻❤️👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

@No.ThatPrettyGirl Жыл бұрын

This is phenomenal! My grandfather is going to be 84 in a couple of weeks and grandmother will turn 82 beautiful years young next week. And as their primary caregiver for the last umpteen years, it's getting harder and harder for me to do it all. And, to be quite honest, I'm sick myself. I'm still undergoing lots of diagnostic testing to really try to nail a much more definitive diagnosis and prognosis. Moreover, so I can plan appropriately. I do not intend to tell either one of them because that will only leave them both with more, undo stress. Thank you again for sharing this information. ❤

@marcusdowning3982 3 жыл бұрын

Sofia thank you for your help I was many years ago a caregiver and its nice to know that people out there to volunteer to help us. Im now in my 60's and i do have a son that helps but he has so much on his plate.i am very grateful for the help he offers to help me. Thanks to all the volunteers that do this your so kind. And much appreciated.

@kianay3875 3 жыл бұрын

Don't believe her. That service is not free.

@kayokolindenberger3754 2 жыл бұрын

I (and my parents) are very lucky that they have retiree medical insurance through Kaiser Permanente so I don't need a binder. :-) Neither of my parents are good at understanding and repeating the care instructions, but at least they've completed their Advanced Medical Directive and authorized me to access their health records online. The Elder Helpers link. OMG. This is so useful. I can't wait to let my parents know about this!

@SofiaAmirpoor 2 жыл бұрын

@Kayolo Lindenberger you are so far ahead of many! Good for you and your parents! I have come to find out that Elder Helpers has a "donation" fee, but it's still an amazing service!

@guneeta7896 2 жыл бұрын

Your videos have been amazing! My dad had a stroke a month ago and I flew out to help him, while keeping my full time job working remotely. Wow! I didn’t realize what I was in for and how completely unprepared and inadequate I was. Anyway, learning a lot from you!

@chrislim7976 2 жыл бұрын

It has only been 5 months since my father got out of the hospital. He now needs numerous doctors and nurses, and workers at home. Your life is forever changed. How can anyone keep a job I don't know. 😔🙏

@guneeta7896 2 жыл бұрын

@@chrislim7976 yeah it’s like impossible to keep a job! But I’m managing by working early in the morning and late at nights. I hope your father is doing better. How are you doing?

@chrislim7976 2 жыл бұрын

@@guneeta7896 I am not well. Clinically depressed. I am not a young person and I am scared for my own health. This has affected me greatly. I don't know how you can handle seeing your parents age.

@amarilissarango7394 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video!! God bless you!

@atulpatel2850 Жыл бұрын

Love this info. I am trying to help a few seniors and this may be very helpful to them. Thank you.

@k2ng416 8 ай бұрын

Thank you,Sofia! Your video so helpful.❤

@alexfrizzelleiii3107 3 жыл бұрын

Sofia-I was so excited when I watched your video and you spoke about Elder Helpers. This service is NOT FREE. There is a yearly cost of $319 and that was back in 2013. Have you read the reviews about this agency? They are very bad.

@joegarcia3154 Жыл бұрын

It is now $600 dollars per year to join!

@peachesncrm46 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Sofia 👋. I am trying Backpack Health first. Thanks for the information.

@kathysheeran6589 9 ай бұрын

Caring bridge sounds great ❤

@hellokitty_3641 Жыл бұрын

God bless you! Ty so much for all this valuable info 😍😍😍

@Muhreea Жыл бұрын

Great information and resources thank you so much

@cfitz4397 4 жыл бұрын

Just found you tonight. Will be back, as I have much to learn. I subscribed and will refer friends. Thanks for what you're doing, Ma'am! 🙂

@SofiaAmirpoor 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks and welcome! Thanks for watching!

@mimismegalife4976 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

@SofiaAmirpoor 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome 😊

@F451Productions 2 жыл бұрын

Great info, thanks

@karenshelton1240 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@SofiaAmirpoor 4 жыл бұрын

You bet!

@Hidalgoinc 2 жыл бұрын

thank you and just found you! Amazing information. I'm in California any resources for dad with care

@marcmork3244 3 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU SOFIA, YOU'RE AN ANGEL

@doveleboeuf6625 3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you have alot of family and friends, cause I don't!!! My mom is mean and won't let anyone come to her house if they are not one of us 3 kids. My sister can't because her health is worse than mom's and my brother just had a stroke a couple months back and is still recovering!!!

@kianay3875 3 жыл бұрын

You shouldn't give her a choice. Find someone with thick skin and let them know what she's like and hire them. (If they will take the job) Your mother may just need to get used to someone but in the end it will be better for you and everyone. She may even make a new loving friend. Be strong. I feel your pain sis!

@anniehill4946 Жыл бұрын

Please I’m seeking for help. I know someone who needs 4 hours of turning in bed at night. She can’t move in bed. N

@ElizabethFluehr 2 ай бұрын

As of today (5/5/2024) the Elder Helpers website says "Access Code $50 per month" is charged to get the contact information to reach the volunteers.

@SofiaAmirpoor 2 ай бұрын

Yes, they consider that a “donation” . I know $50 a month is a lot for many people, but I suppose it is less than hiring a caregiver or other helper privately. 🤷‍♀️

@mmartyx1 Жыл бұрын

I tried the backpack health app and it doesn’t have a database of treatments, therapy, etc. I troubleshooted with the app and they couldn’t resolve the issue. Good idea but unfortunately didn’t work.

@dianeboynton2964 3 жыл бұрын

went on elder he7lpers and does not appear to be free they asked for 49.95 pm contribution. thought I would let you know.

@donnaallgaier-lamberti3933 Жыл бұрын

Will these also apply for a 78 year old husband with cognitive decline, osteoarthritis in his knee and Charcot Marie Tooth Disease? I find that there are services in our area post surgery but not much more at least in our income area.

@lisagarrett2657 2 жыл бұрын

Where are these voletewrs in Okmulgee Oklahoma??? I've been at parents 4 yes with absolutely NO HELP

@Jaqueline-pi1bg 3 жыл бұрын

My name is jaqueline I'm from Brazil, I am a caregiver for the elderly ! my dream is to work in the United States

@valiredavis2534 3 жыл бұрын

😊 .. Do you have any info for younger seniors who have no elderly parents? Thank you.

@SofiaAmirpoor 3 жыл бұрын

Sorry Valire, that's not my focus, however, many of the videos you will find on my channel may still be very helpful for you. Good luck.

@sct4040 2 жыл бұрын

How about for my 75 year old hubby? I am 63.

@SofiaAmirpoor 2 жыл бұрын

Same thing!

@newadventure5609 3 жыл бұрын

What is the definition of a senior? I am sixty years old. Does that qualify me as a senior?

@SofiaAmirpoor 3 жыл бұрын

Yes I believe you are!

@karenshelton1240 4 жыл бұрын

Who is eating the mike?

@SofiaAmirpoor 4 жыл бұрын

Sorry about that!! It'll be the last time I put the mic down my shirt! haha!!

@dianestahr4421 2 жыл бұрын

Dad? What about mother's?

@kianay3875 3 жыл бұрын

NO REALLY YOU GOT MY HOPES UP THAT MAYBE MY 24/7 JOB TAKING CARE OF MY DAD, WOULD GIVE ME A BREAK. AND I CAN'T EVEN GET ANOTHER JOB BECAUSE HIS CARE IS SO DEMANDING AND TO OFFER THIS SERVICE AS FREE IS REALLY WRONG. I LOOKED THROUGH THE COMMENTS AND YOU'VE BEEN INFORMED THAT THIS SERVICE IS NOT FREE... SO STOP.

@kianay3875 2 жыл бұрын

I can't believe you are still airing this vid. HEY KAREN..CAN YOU CANCEL THIS TRICK PLEASE???

@N3ssa212Linda 2 жыл бұрын

Could you not be so agressive and attack someone who is trying to help others. It’s YOUR job to investigate she. Doesn’t owe you anything…. You’re an adult figure it out . Ppl like you are so ungrateful yeah she messed up on some info …okay? Next . Life moves on .

@kianay3875 2 жыл бұрын

@@N3ssa212Linda no because she trying to scam old people. And she's offering this video up as a free service so you are ridiculous and maybe need to learn how to listen. She says these are 100% free. Go troll someone who cares what you think.

@janetsavona7590 Жыл бұрын

These geriatric social workers talk a good game Its all in there kids and that's it

@karenshelton1240 4 жыл бұрын

😂 but great info.

@kianay3875 3 жыл бұрын

Sorry #4 is not free. They won't even let you talk to anyone in your area without a $49.99 MONTHLY "DONATION"! I don't know about you but my dad is on ssi and cannot afford food. Without meals on wheels he would be starving. So for you to say this is free is a freaking SCAM! You should check your info better. REALLY!

@KiKiQuiQuiKiKi 9 ай бұрын

That’s terrible (and well hidden on the site). I wonder if it was initially free (when Sofia did the review) but now it’s a $50/month subscription.🤔 They even go so far as to state: “People suffering from extreme anxiety, serious memory or mental issues, or experiencing unmanageable financial hardship, are strongly discouraged from participating in Elder Helpers.”