Stepping into the role of family caregiver often feels like being handed a new job without any training. From mastering safe lifting techniques to managing difficult behaviors, you face complex tasks that can feel overwhelming.
But what if you could have a compassionate expert guiding you through each challenge, right in your own living room? A wealth of free, professional “how-to” videos is available online, offering immediate, visual answers to your most pressing caregiving questions.
These videos are more than just clips—they're a lifeline of practical knowledge that can boost your confidence and transform the way you provide care.
How-to video tutorials for medical or nursing caregiving tasks
While caring for an older adult at home, caregivers often have to learn medical or nursing tasks independently.
This is because most families don’t receive proper training for the care required for severe health conditions.
To support caregivers, AARP has created dozens of helpful caregiving how-to videos and printable resource guides, all available for free on their website.
We highlight top videos in 8 categories covering major caregiving topics, including special diets, managing incontinence, wound care, mobility, and managing medications.
Many videos are also available in Spanish, Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese.
Watch dozens of helpful, free how-to videos from AARP
Visit this page on the AARP website to see all the available videos and resource guides. Keep scrolling down the page to see additional languages offered.
Here, we highlight two videos from each category to showcase some of the valuable topics covered.
Incontinence
Mobility
- Getting from a Car to a Wheelchair
- Moving from a Walker to Shower or Bed
Pain Management
- Pain Management for Caregivers: How to Assess Pain
- Lower-Risk Treatments for Managing Pain
Special Diets
Managing Medications
Operating Specialized Medical Equipment
Preparing for a Hospital Stay
Wound Care
Free printable how-to guides are also available
In addition to the dozens of helpful caregiving how-to videos, AARP has also created dozens of helpful printable Resource Guides.
Most contain information similar to what’s covered in their videos, but the guides present them in a concise, easily printable format.
Final Thoughts
In the digital age, support and expert advice are just a click away. Let these free video libraries become your on-demand caregiving coach, ready to guide you through everything from the simplest tasks to the most complex situations.
Bookmark a few of your favorite channels today, and the next time you feel unsure or need a quick refresher, remember that a clear, compassionate demonstration is available to empower you. You are building an incredible skill set, and with these resources in your toolkit, you can face your caregiving duties with greater knowledge, confidence, and peace of mind.
Next Steps: Get free, helpful caregiver how-to videos and printable resource guides at AARP
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About the Author
Connie is the founder of DailyCaring.com and was a hands-on caregiver for her grandmother for 20 years. (Grandma made it to 101 years old!) She knows how challenging, overwhelming, and all-consuming caring for an older adult can be. She also understands the importance of support, especially in the form of practical solutions, valuable resources, and self-care tips.
