Alzheimer's - All People Who Are Interested In "Caregiving"

DaugterInLaw

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posted 08/28/2009, comment (1)

Another bad day

FTD .... When the time comes for a home, start early on your search considering FTD, many homes for the elderly discriminate against people with FTD because they wander and are so uncontrollable and thus a liability. I do have a home caretaker a few days a week and do not know what I would do without her. My husband works 40 hour weeks, so I feel... Read more Chevron

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Warman Home Care

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posted 08/24/2009, comment (1)

Grandparent's Day Contest

Grandparent's Day, being September 13, is right around the corner. Have you had a senior citizen impact your life in a positive way? This fall, we are going to honor those special individuals with a "Warman Fuzzy" Photo and Video Contest. You can honor the senior citizens in your life by entering photos or videos of them, with a favorite memory... Read more Chevron

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ReturnToJoy

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posted 05/15/2009, comment (1)

5 Steps to Compassionate Caregiving

Communicating with the Dementia or Alzheimer’s AfflictedBy Charlotte ParkerWe are all born with a desire to give and receive love. Circumstances we encounter throughout our lives may callous that need, but it never fully dissipates. Sadly, as we grow older, we oftentimes become more challenging to love, and illnesses such as dementia or... Read more Chevron

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Kiessa

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posted 05/14/2009, comment (1)

Life History Books

I am a social worker who has worked in the field of memory care and end-of-life care, recently transitioning to my own business. I create life history books to help individuals and families connect with past accomplishments, pride, and relationships, particularly when memory loss threatens this connection. Visit my website.

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butterflies88

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posted 03/27/2009, comments (8)

anyone know

I've been my moms caregiver since 2004. I have a aid for 6 hours a week and one day she goes to a daycare. My hubby and son help too. So I'm blessed to have the help. What is my gripe my brother is her power of attorney and I don't pay on any of the normal bills but I do get the goceries and satilite tv,internet. We take mom everywhere she has to... Read more Chevron

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