It’s a family caregiver’s job to ensure that the patient gets all the right medications, in the right doses, at the right times. Today, two BridgingApps team members share their thoughts on medication management. So Much to Keep Up With …
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List Highlight: Medication Management Apps
November is National Family Caregivers Month. For many caregivers, keeping track of medications is the most stressful part of the job: the list can be so long, the potential consequences of a mistake so serious. Check out one of our…
Happy National Rural Health Day!
November 20 is National Rural Health Day. Started in 2011 and overseen by the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health (NOSORH), this annual observation honors the “Power of Rural” and highlights the unique health challenges of rural communities.…
Patient Advocacy 101 for Family Caregivers
Did you know that “patient advocate” is an official job title at many hospitals? If you have a family member receiving inpatient care, a professional advocate can help you communicate with medical-center and insurance representatives. Advocates are trained to: Many…
The Autistic Caregiver
November is National Family Caregivers Month. This post is dedicated to all family caregivers, but especially to those with unusual challenges. Most people think of “caregiving” as something done for disabled people by non-disabled people. But there are caregivers who have disabilities…
Tech Notes: Fintech Apps and Major Purchases
Fintech (financial technology) is an important part of digital literacy, whether you’re planning a monthly budget or saving for a major purchase. If someone in your household has disabilities, there are even more budget items to consider. Including such major…
List Highlight: BridgingApps for Veterans
In honor of Veterans Day, take a look at our BridgingApps for Veterans list. It features over 70 apps (including over 30 with 5-star reviewer ratings) serving a variety of needs: Mental wellness (meditation, mindfulness, suicide prevention). Physical wellness (fitness,…
On the Job with IDD: Employment Resources
Jobs can be hard to find when you have a disability. Especially an intellectual or developmental disability (IDD). In the United States, fewer than 1 in 5 people with IDD have full-time jobs; and several thousand of these jobs are…
List Highlight: BridgingApps Caregiver Apps
November is National Family Caregivers Month. There are 63 million family caregivers in the U.S.—around 25 percent of the adult population—and many struggle to balance unpaid caregiving with paid jobs; have health issues of their own; or face other special…
How Apps & Tech Support Independence for Young Adults with Special Needs | Parenting Special Needs Magazine
Supporting your teen or young adult with a disability on their path to independence can feel both exciting and overwhelming. The right technology—from health apps to accessible gaming—can make that journey smoother, safer, and more empowering for the whole family.…