Tag: CCFFH Program

  • Caregiver Burnout

    In a 2012, 15 percent of Hawai‘i’s population was 65 years and older. This statistic continues to increase; and as part of our culture in Hawai‘I to care for our loved ones, many families have assumed the role of caregiver. Being a caregiver can include providing supervision, assisting in meal preparation, doctor’s visits, medications, and…

  • When to Place a Loved One

    Making the decision to place a loved one into long-term care can be difficult for families. It wasn’t too long after Maria’s husband had fallen outside of their home did she realize it was time to discuss his long-term care plans with the family. Maria’s family found it difficult to come to agreement on the…