Resource Center for Caregivers
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Whether you’re a paid caregiver or a volunteer, working in a care facility or a private home, there’s a good chance that one of the most challenging aspects of your job is addressing individuals’ continence issues. However, it doesn’t have to be this way.
This booklet is designed to give you much of the basic information you need to recognize the symptoms and severity of incontinence, safely manage individuals’ toileting needs and limitations, understand the fundamentals of skin care and select appropriate absorbent products.
Heading to college, starting a job, or taking more responsibility for your health? Join Dr. Marla Dubinsky for a free webinar on managing Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis while becoming more independent. Learn tips for managing medications and appointments, navigating school and social life, and speaking up about your needs. Young adults and the parents or caregivers supporting them are welcome.