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Tuesday, December, 02, 2008

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Carol Bradley Bursack

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posted 12/01/2008, comments (3)

Refusing to Visit an Elder in a Care Center

The holiday season is, by nature, a time when many go back to wherever "home" is, to visit aging parents. In Home for the Holidays: Be Prepared, I wrote about some issues that can accompany these visits, such as the shock of seeing a parent in worse shape than expected, and the flip side of that, problems for the hands-on caregiver to handle in... Read moreChevron
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posted 11/26/2008, comments (0)

"Blue Zones" Showcase Habits That Can Help You Reach a Vital Old Age

Having watched my parents age over the past 10 years (and watching my mom die) has caused me to think about what I want my life to be if I live to be 80 (or beyond). This thinking has caused me to reevaluate my daily activities and routines.   So what really works and what doesn't? Thus, The Oprah's Show entitled "Ageless Living with Dr... Read moreChevron
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posted 12/01/2008, comment (1)

Weee...Here Wii Go!

As anyone who faithfully reads my blog knows, I am forever in search of anything which will help my memory…and so the saga continues.  I have just bought a Wii—and the Balance Board kit that can be used with it.  I am flabbergasted at the cost of it all—I hate to spend money on myself.  Funny thing is, my... Read moreChevron
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Christine Kennard

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posted 11/25/2008, comment (1)

Aggression in Alzheimer's Disease

One of the most difficult, distressing and frightening situations for home caregivers or staff in care facilities, is aggression from someone who has Alzheimer's disease. As a nurse, both in psychiatry and general nursing, I was only hit a few times, but in every case it was by someone who had dementia. Aggression such as shouting, raising a hand... Read moreChevron
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posted 11/16/2008, comments (0)

Inspiring Stories about Caregiving

We all have our trials as caregivers, but every so often there is a ray of sunshine when we come across a special person or an extraordinary gesture that restores our faith in humanity.  At www.care2tell.com you can read and share real life experiences that inspire caregivers and provide us with much needed moral support. ... Read moreChevron
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