Caregiver Resources

Articles & Useful Downloads

Articles

Vitra Plus Podcast: Episode 2

VITRA Plus, Episode 2: What Is the Adult Foster Care (AFC) Program? In our second episode of Vitra Plus Podcast , Krystal Troncoso breaks down one of the most valuable MassHealth benefits...

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Letter to the Editor

Adult foster care is one of the most effective, most personal ways to support older adults and individuals with disabilities in Massachusetts. And yet, it’s one of the least understood programs avai...

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International Women in Solidarity Conference

On March 27 and 28, Vitra Health was proud to participate in the XX International Women in Solidarity Network Conference, hosted by the Dominican Development Center at the Bruce C. Bolling Municipal...

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Vitra Health Helps Feed 100 Families this Thanksgiving

This Thanksgiving season, Vitra Health had the honor of supporting local families by donating one hundred complete holiday feasts to members of the community. The effort came together through a meanin...

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Useful Downloads

Mental Health Handout

Prioritize Self-Care, Connect with Loved Ones, Seek Professional Help, Establish Healthy Habits, Limit Stress.

Medication Management Handout

Taking good care of yourself and sticking to your treatment plan is key to staying healthy and feeling better.

Sun Safety & UV Protection Handout

Protect yourself from the sun's harmful rays with these tips.

6 Tips for a Healthy Brain

This handout will provide you with ideas for lifestyle changes to improve brain health!

3 Tips To Prevent Bad Head Posture

This handout will provide you with simple tips that can help you to prevent bad posture and neck pain.

July Caregiver Education

Good Body Mechanics

August Caregiver Education

Human Rights, Nondiscrimination, Cultural Sensitivity

September Caregiver Education

Advance Directives

October Caregiver Education

Fall Prevention

November Caregiver Education

Medication Management

December Caregiver Education

Alternative Caregiver & Informal Support

January Caregiver Education

Safety, Emergency, and Disaster Planning

February Caregiver Education

Recognizing, Responding to, Communicating, & Reporting Changes in Condition, Critical Incidences

March Caregiver Education

Universal Precautions & Infection Control

April Caregiver Education

Basic CPR & First Aid Review

May Caregiver Education

Prevention of and reporting of physical and financial abuse

June Caregiver Education

Preventing Caregiver Burnout - care for your well-being while caring for your loved one to reduce your risk for health problems.