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Sunday, October, 12, 2008

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everfit
posted 01/18/2008, comments (3)

How To Transition Your Loved One To A Facility

Recent research found that having a person with Alzheimer's attend adult day care prior to moving into a facility helps avoid the rapid cognitive decline which usually occurs during this type of move. You can read a more descriptive article at: Transitioning to a facility
Susan Berg

Susan Berg

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posted 12/14/2007, comment (1)

Top Holiday Gifts For Those With Dementia

Over 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia. Buying a gift for them for the holidays is not difficult if you keep a few things in mind.First you should know the persons likes and dislikes. Also important is knowing their strengths and weaknesses. In addition consider, when purchasing a gift for someone... Read moreChevron
Carol
posted 12/14/2007, comments (5)

Clock and Calendar for people with Alzheimer's

Combs Commercial Desk Clock and Calendar - Quartz We have been contacted by many relieved carers, nursing professionals and relatives who have finally found this clock and calendar. They have pleaded with us to advise people about this fantastic clock, as they have spend lots of time and energy contacting numerous... Read moreChevron
LOsborne
posted 11/17/2007, comments (2)

safe houseplants?

I would like to bring houseplants and window gardening into the facility where I work.  We have a resident cat and 32 alzheimer residents. I would like a list of what plants are safe.
greater2003

greater2003

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posted 10/31/2007, comments (0)

Before Alzheimer's becomes a national crisis, new programs are trying to ease the pain and stress of

The latest issue of Greater Good magazine is out (Fall 2007). This issue explores the "21st Century Family", discussing the many ways that American family life has been transformed in recent years. Families today face issues their grandparents could scarcely have imagined: the challenges of being a dual-income couple; the question... Read moreChevron

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