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posted 11/19/2008, comments (0)

TheCaringSpace

I found a great online resource for caregivers AND families looking for help with a loved one- www.thecaringspace.com Caregivers can register for free! This site helps you create a professional, online profile. You also get unlimited access to a network of available positions, an optional and affordable background check service, as well as... Read more Chevron

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Suzanne Mintz

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NFCA President

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posted 11/03/2008, comments (0)

It's National Family Caregivers Month

November is a time to recognize and support family caregivers, build awareness about our situation, and speak up for our rights. Each November since the mid-nineties, the National Family Caregivers Association (NFCA) has organized a national celebration and time of awareness in support of family caregivers. This year is no different. The NFC Month... Read more Chevron

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Jonathan Pletzke

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posted 09/17/2008, comment (1)

What good is Medicare if your doctor won't take it?

I received the following question by email from a reader, regarding the previous article What's the good of having health insurance if you can't get a doctor to take it? I welcome you to comment on this article or ask your own questions. "I read your article on What good does health insurance do if your doctor won't take it. What... Read more Chevron

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Bob Coyne

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caregiver for 5-half years for my wife/becoming a caregiver faci

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posted 09/14/2008, comments (2)

A 5&half year well experienced caregiver who would like to help other caregivers (wife passed away)

This caregiver learned so much during my 5&half years of taking care of my wife, I would like to help other caregivers with their "physical and emotional roller coaster". That is exactly what my 5&half years were like. However, while going through it, you don't mind because you love a wonderful wife of 45 years. ... Read more Chevron

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Cheryle Gartley

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posted 08/18/2008, comments (0)

Living with Quiggles: Tilting at Windmills?

Stigma:1) The recognition of difference based on some distinguishing characteristic or mark2) A consequent devaluation of the person Quiggles: A made-up term (by famous sociologist, Erving Goffman) to identify all of the variations and differences of the human body which occur either from birth, daily wear and tear, accident, or... Read more Chevron

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