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HANDY APPS FOR CAREGIVERS

CarePartners

Created by Lifeline, this free mobile app makes caregiving a team effort. Invite your family members or other loved ones to a private, secure network where you can coordinate and organize tasks, assign jobs to group members or ask for volunteers, and add your tasks to your phone’s calendars to set reminders.

Download from iTunes (for iOS)

Download from Google Play (for Android)

CareZone

Carry your loved one’s most important information with you wherever you go. Store social security numbers, insurance information, medications (including dosages, refills, etc.) and emergency contacts with this free app and be sure your information is safe with constant back ups, encrypted data and private storage that is never shared with a third-party.

Download from iTunes (for iOS)

Download from Google Play (for Android)

PocketPharmacist

Stay in control of your loved one’s prescriptions and medications with access to extensive drug information, including overlapping side effects, precautions and costs. You can also organize prescriptions and set medication reminders with this free app, as well as sync it with Walgreens to easily refill your Walgreens prescriptions.

Download from iTunes (for iOS)

iRelax

Melt away the day’s stress and escape to a calming oasis with the free iRelax app. Listen to soothing sounds like the ocean surf, a forest night or just white noise and let your mind and body find complete relaxation. You could even enjoy these tracks with the one you’re caring for, as they make for an excellent break throughout the day.

Download from iTunes (for iOS)