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How to Get a Utah Handicap Placard
Getting a Utah handicap placard for your vehicle is a fairly simply process that requires a few forms filled out by you and your primary care physician. The process takes about a month from start to finish, and then requires a little upkeep every few years to maintain your eligibility. Step 1: Obtain Form TC-842…
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Sensory Activities for Adults with Autism
Caregivers are often looking for sensory activities for adults with Autism. Here are some great sensory activities that you can try on your next caregiving shift and some tips about when to implement sensory activities with the person receiving care. What Does Sensory Mean? Sensory is a huge buzz word right now that you hear…
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9 Signs of a Bad Caregiver
In the challenging journey of caregiving, encountering a bad caregiver can be a distressing experience. A Bad Caregiver can significantly impact the well-being of your loved one. Recognizing the signs of a bad caregiver is crucial in ensuring your loved one receives the quality care they deserve. Let’s explore this important topic further. Bad Caregiver…
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All About Working with Developmentally Disabled Adults
Working with developmentally disabled adults can be an extremely rewarding job if you’re looking for ways to make a meaningful impact in someone else’s life. Here we’ll discuss what developmental disabilities are, the benefits to working with adults with developmental disabilities, and so much more. What is a Developmental Disability? A developmental disability is an…
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10 Summer Activities for Adults with Disabilities
There are a lot of different summer activities for adults with disabilities that you can incorporate into your caregiving shifts over the next several months. Hopefully some of these ideas will be a hit for you and your client. Day at the Pool/Lake: There are tons of lakes and pools around Utah that you can…
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Being A Caregiver for Disabled Adults
Being a caregiver for disabled adults can be a very rewarding experience. At Giv.care our caregiving agency manages caregivers for individuals with disabilities who typically fall within the ages of 16 to 40. If this is something you think you might be interested in, here is a little peek into the types of things you’d…
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7 Indoor Activities for Adults with Disabilities
Want to plan something fun on your next caregiving shift, but can’t make it outside? Try one of these 7 great indoor activities for adults with disabilities. Planning Indoor Activities for Adults with Disabilities: To make caregiving shifts a success, it’s important to put some planning into the activities you’re going to do on your…
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10 Crafts for Adults with Disabilities
If you need some crafts for adults with disabilities to work on during your next caregiving shift, here are some great crafting kits you can purchase on Amazon with everything you need in one easy box! Bonus points, all these craft kits are under $20, and likely less than you would spend if you bought…
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8 Wish Granting Organizations
There are many wish granting organizations for children and adults with disabilities. Many of these programs fund life changing experiences at no cost to families or the individual receiving the wish. If you’re interested in learning more about wish foundations, these are some of the more well known organizations available. Wish Granting Organizations for Children:…
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10 Qualities of a Good Caregiver
If you’re interested in starting a career as a caregiver, you might find yourself wondering if you have what it takes to keep up with a job that can be stressful at times. Here are 10 qualities of a good caregiver for you to decide if this is a great fit for you. Do You…