Caregivers in seniors’ residences: guardian angels of the elderly

In light of the ongoing coronavirus crisis, it’s important to highlight the exceptional contributions of caregivers who work in retirement homes and long-term care facilities. Here’s how they’re helping to protect society’s most vulnerable people.

Offering reassurance

To help prevent the spread of COVID-19, people across the country have been prohibited from visiting their loved ones in seniors’ residences. During these unsettling times, millions of Canadians are taking comfort in the knowledge that caregivers are looking after the health and well-being of their friends, parents, grandparents and other relatives. These caring individuals are offering support to those who are sad, anxious and alone.

Providing versatile care

Caregivers are responsible for numerous tasks on a daily basis. In addition to assisting with basic hygiene and offering physical care to residents, they also monitor patients’ blood pressure, heart rate and temperature. Furthermore, orderlies relay information to medical staff about changes in their patients’ health and behaviour.

Sharing a vast skill set

The men and women who work as caregivers possess a remarkable collection of traits and skills including empathy, kindness and patience. The job requires them to be efficient, meticulous and organized in an often stressful work environment.

These everyday superheroes play a key role in the health-care system. Long after the COVID-19 pandemic ends, their courage and dedication will be remembered.

Many thanks to the senior caregivers across the country.