Welcome to Caregiving College!

Explore our comprehensive review course, centered on empowering caregivers to play a crucial role in supporting individuals to remain in the comfort of their homes. Dive into the three foundational pillars: Independence, Dignity, and Uniqueness. Delve into diverse tasks that highlight independence, personalized care, and excellent care.  Read more

Thank you for your interest in caring for people who need assistance in their own homes.  You might be a caregiver for your own family member, or you may be hired by an agency.  The job you have is an important one – you have an opportunity to really make a difference in someone’s life. Read more

It is important for caregivers to make sure the place where they take care of someone is safe and comfortable. This is true whether you’re a professional caregiver or a family member helping out. In this course, you’ll learn how to keep accidents from happening and get rid of things that might be dangerous in the home where you’re providing care. We’ll show you the basic steps to make the person you’re caring for feel safe and peaceful at home. Read more

Elevate your caregiving expertise with our course, covering essential areas such as shopping, appointments, finances, and technology. Caregivers play a vital role in an aging society, ensuring safety, reducing loneliness, and providing support. From medical appointments to household tasks, they enhance well-being and foster independence, empowering individuals for vibrant, fulfilling lives. Read more

Medications are a nearly universal component of care, and proper management of them is crucial for the health and safety of individuals in your care. Working in home care with an agency or as a family member may require you to assist someone else with medications – whether it be remembering to take them, get them refilled, or assisting them with taking them there are certain things that you should know. Read more

Obsessive-compulsive disorder is a severe psychological disorder that is widely misunderstood and underestimated. It is often referred to carelessly or jokingly, but it is a serious mental illness driven by unwanted, intrusive thoughts that result in dysfunctional behaviors. It can result in the loss of family, friends, or occupation, and lead to depression and other psychological disorders. Read more