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Pat Rivera

Pat Rivera

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laying out the paper trail for my son-the family caregiver

In a worst case scenario, my youngest son would become the caregiver for three elders (in their 80s); his two grandmothers and a man who has been like his grandfather. We are putting together a book of instructions and documents so that he doesn't have to hunt through the accumulated clutter of five different people (me, my husband and the... Read moreChevron
posted 05/24/2008, comments (0)|
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Karen E Wheeler

Karen E Wheeler

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Speak Out

Not only are we caregivers for our loved one's with Alzheimer's, we are also their advocates, champions and the voice for those who are no longer able to speak. If you haven't done so all ready, now is the time to speak out against Alzheimer's. Last month, the Alzheimer's Association released their 2008 Facts and Figures... Read moreChevron
posted 04/03/2008, comment (1)|
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marier

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Caregiving - lessons learned from caring for my parents

I am pleased to comment here, and here is my story.  I took on the complete caregiving responsibilities for my parents and thus freed my sister to live her life while I gave care. I felt blessed to be able to free my sister since she had raised 4 kids on her own. My background: I cared for both my Father and Mother in my... Read moreChevron
posted 03/30/2008, comment (1)|
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Irene Masiello

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is the author of PARADISE COSTS
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Paradise Costs-A Victim's Daughter Fights Back Against Elder Abuse

The goal of sharing information about elder exploitation, abuse, neglect, undue influence, etc. is to make readers aware of the nuances of elder abuse. Too many think elder abuse is tying a senior citizen to a bed and beating them physically. What we are addressing is psychological and emotional abuse leading to a deterioration in quality of life,... Read moreChevron
posted 03/16/2008, comments (9)|
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Mazie

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My Brother In Law

My Brother In law takes care of his wife 24 hours a day. He insist this is part of his Marriage vows. I do not see how he is doing it but he does. She is my twin I have offered many times to help out but he says No He can handle it.She forgets when she eats and forgets what she does. She does  not register. We told him would it not be easier... Read moreChevron
posted 12/21/2007, comments (3)|
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