TECH TOOLS

CAREGIVER SUPPORT, RESOURCES

There comes a time in every human’s life when they will need a helping hand. The same story goes for those that often lend a hand. For people juggling a career with caregiving, day-to-day life can feel a little overwhelming. Most people in this situation dedicate an average 23.7 hours a week providing care to individuals that live outside their home, or nearly 37.4 hours to those that live with the caregiver. With the advancement of technology, caregivers can avoid burnout by accessing more resources to assist them with everything from appointment reminders to communication with family members and medical professionals.

CARING VILLAGE

You know what they say about caregiving in any form: It takes a village. Now, there is an app to embrace the collaboration of caregivers. Caring Village is a tool that helps coordinate care for the specific needs of a loved one. Users can do so much in one space, such as see medication lists, scheduled appointments and personalized todo lists. This app offers caregivers a simplistic way to stay in touch with other family members or health professionals when a loved one needs special attention. Often lauded as a helpful source for articles and information, online reviews claim the app is easy to use and free to download as well.

ECARE21

Tracking vital signs for loved ones is easier with eCare21. The app enables remote patient monitoring and provides caregivers with important readings, such as blood pressure, heart rate and glucose levels. It also monitors activity from compatible devices, such as a medical accessory or smart watch. Caregivers not only have the ability to track this information, they can also record and share with medical providers in real time. The eCare21 app is free to download and but provides more features for a paid subscriber.

BABY CONNECT

To be a parent is to usher a new generation into society. That’s no easy task. Baby Connect is an app that allows parents and childcare providers to document a child’s schedule. The app can help caregivers communicate about meal times, sleep routines and much more. The system allows caregivers to send notifications to others, alerting those who request the update. Baby Connect is perfect for caregivers or babysitters so children of all ages are perfect for this app. The mobile app is a one-time $4.99 fee to download, but after this, it is good to go!

FIRST AID

Designed as a resource for all the little bumps in the road, First Aid by American Red Cross offers quick advice and recommended solutions for caregivers when their loved ones experience emergencies. The tool includes step-by-step guides for frequently asked questions, and highlights what to do during natural disasters. This mobile app also allows caregivers to find local weather shelters in a pinch. First Aid by American Red Cross is a free mobile app that can be downloaded on any mobile platform.