Pompano Beach 4/8/2009 3:35:41 AM
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Caregiver Concerns Addressed on The Balancing Act on Lifetime Television

Tips for Creating a Comfortable and Safe Home Environment

(Pompano Beach, FL)---The Balancing Act on Lifetime Television is addressing the concerns of caregivers by offering expert advice on creating a safe and comfortable home environment. Kim Dennis, Hill-Rom's Group Vice President for Post Acute Care in North America, provides valuable tips and resources for viewers. The segment airs April 13th, May 11th,and June 12th and can also be seen on www.thebalancingact.com/Hill-Rom.

 

“As Americans age, greater numbers of women are being caught in the sandwich generation, trying to balance raising a family while caring for their aging parents,” explains Dennis.  “This growing demographic will need resources and guidance in order to properly and safely care for their loved ones.”

 

 According to AARP, 9 out of 10 adults aged 60 or older, prefer to stay in their own home or community as they age.  In order to accommodate this desire, the home environment must be adapted to meet the new special needs of patients.

 

On the segment, Dennis addresses topics such as creating a smooth transition from hospital to home, designing more comfortable and accessible living spaces, and ways to avoid back injuries for the caregiver.

 

Dennis also introduces viewers to a comprehensive resource, www.Hill-Rom.com, where caregivers can gain valuable information about products and services that will improve and enhance the care they can provide for their loved ones, in addition to educating them about the latest technology and medical equipment.

 

“We appreciate Hill-Rom providing us with this important information,” explains Doug Campbell, Executive VP of Programming for BrandStar Entertainment, the producers of The Balancing Act. “Caregiving is a growing trend, and these tips will help families live safer, happier lives.”

 

 

About The Balancing Act:  The Balancing Act on Lifetime Television is America’s only morning show about women, for women, trusted by women. Celebrating life and all there is to accomplish, The Balancing Act inspires and empowers with entertaining and educational segments, placing women in the best position to achieve success in every area of their lives. The show is produced by BrandStar Entertainment and airs on Lifetime Television 7 a.m. Eastern/Pacific (check local listings).  Additional information and each segment can be accessed on the show’s website, http://www.thebalancingact.com/. Each episode is also available on www.AOL/Video.com, www.Yahoovideo.com, www.Google.com/video, www.YouTube.com, and as a Podcast on www.iTunes.com. To sign up for the show’s newsletter www.thebalancingact.com/join.php

 

 

 

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