Managing Caregiver Guilt

June 12, 2010

The decision to become a caregiver of a loved one is not an easy one to make. If it’s a spouse or child, there is no question. However, when it’s a parent, there’s a feeling of anxiety. If you have siblings, then anxiety may be accompanied by resentment for having to be [...]

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Alzheimer’s Care For Late Stage And End-Of-Life

May 24, 2010
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Caring for a loved one in the end stages of Alzheimer’s disease can be a very trying and difficult time for family members, friends, and caregivers. While the patient may become increasingly unaware of their mental and physical deterioration, those left tending and supporting the individual are charged with the heartbreaking task of keeping the [...]

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Exercises For Seniors: Types of Exercise, Tips, and Getting Started

May 6, 2010
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Exercise has been shown to be beneficial to people of all age groups. As we age, the benefits of exercise increase and help keep the body and mind healthy. Seniors who exercise are happier, less likely to fall, reduce their chance of getting serious health disease and can more easily perform day to day life [...]

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Elderly Dehydration: Signs, Symptoms, and Prevention

April 30, 2010
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Dehydration is a common condition that afflicts many people over the age of 65. Because the symptoms of dehydration are masked by the aging body, patients and caregivers typically overlook the warnings signs until it is too late. But, dehydration can be avoided if you are careful and know what the symptoms are.
What is dehydration?
Dehydration [...]

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Caregiver Support: Preventing Caregiver Burnout

April 12, 2010
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Who Will Care for the Caregiver?
For most people, caring for their loved one is only the logical thing to do. There is no second thought when it comes to providing that extra care that they need. Many think to themselves “why wouldn’t I do it?”
Usually, it begins with one or two things. Quick trips to [...]

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How to Care For Aging Parents

April 7, 2010
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If you are caring for an aging parent or other elderly loved one, this book could be a wonderful and valuable resource for you and your family. The task of being a caregiver can be extremely difficult, especially when you may be second guessing your decisions and actions. Fortunately Virginia Morris has written this wonderful, [...]

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Geriatric Care and Assessment

April 5, 2010

What is Geriatrics?
Geriatrics is a field of medicine that encompasses only the elderly, and unlike common misconception, geriatrics simply refers to the maintaining of a healthy quality of life for the elderly. Geriatrics is a medical branch in its own right, as it is a different variety of medicine. Most Geriatrics consist of assessment tests [...]

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Basement Remodeling Ideas

March 25, 2010
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Your basement is a part of the house you have neglected for too long. It does not need to be a dark, uninviting room useful only for laundry and storing boxes of things you haven’t looked at in decades. Your basement can become a perfectly good, useful part of the house – even a place [...]

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Top 3 Products For Caring For Aging Parents At Home

March 8, 2010
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3 Products to help you care for your elderly parent at Home
There are so many products out there today for elder care at home that I though it might be helpful to share some of my favorites with you, my readers. These three elder home care products have proven to be really helpful for us, [...]

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Pet Therapy for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care at Home

February 28, 2010

Pet Therapy for Seniors: Puppy Love for Caregivers and Patients
For loved ones suffering from Alzheimer’s and dementia, studies show that pet therapy offers emotional, cognitive and social benefits. Pet therapy is a proven, practical and alternative way to relieve depression, calm anxieties, and contribute to an enhanced fullness of life.
Many with Alzheimer’s and dementia, especially [...]

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Elderly Depression: Signs, Symptoms, and Getting Help

February 22, 2010

Depression is experienced by more than six million Americans over the age of 65. Quite often, disabilities and various illnesses can occur at the same time as the depression, and the depression itself may go untreated in all but 10% of all people. At that age, people will feel their world drastically changing as friends, [...]

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Professional Advice for Elderly Home Care Remodeling & New Construction

February 19, 2010

Project Type
If you are planning to  build an addition, you may want to consider finishing out your existing garage and building a new garage. The cost of building a new garage is far less (in some cases 1/2 as much) than adding additional new living space. For a basement in-law suite you will need a walk out basement and [...]

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Adult Day Care; How to Find the Best Adult Day Care Center for You

February 15, 2010

The senior years can often be filled with many challenges such as sickness, loneliness and reduced mobility and these sometimes cause frustration and stress for both the seniors and the caregivers. Adult day care is a welcome break and a win/win situation for both the elderly family member and the primary caregiver. It provides your [...]

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Guide to Dementia Care and Alzheimer’s Care at Home Part 2

February 12, 2010

In Part 1 of this post we discussed Many aspects of Dementia and Alzheimer’s care at home including; Contemplating Dementia Home Care, Senior Safety for Dementia patients, How to create a comfortable environment for the special needs of someone suffering from dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, and other important information for successful dementia and Alzheimer’s care at home
Dementia Care and Communication
When caring [...]

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Guide to Dementia Care and Alzheimer’s Care at Home Part 1

February 10, 2010

Caring for a parent, grandparent or other aging loved one who is mentally and physically healthy can be challenging at times. Add Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia to the equation and the task of providing elder care becomes particularly daunting. There are many things that can be done, however, to make home care [...]

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Elder Care – First Steps for Elder Home Care Part 2

February 5, 2010

In Part One, we discussed some of the warning signs that may indicate that your loved one may need some extra care. We also discussed some of the benefits that elder home care can provide.
In Part Two, we will discuss what steps you need to take once a decision has been made regarding senior care. [...]

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