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Caring kb on Alzheimer's
Friday, May 16 2008
Dad fell and broke his hip Christmas night. To make a long story short...it was frustrating both in the hospital and rehabilitation, with the lack of knowledge that the staff in both facilities were equipped with in regards to Dementia.
One good thing that happened, was that a Nurse from the Nursing Service now comes by twice a week and checks on... Read more
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Caring kb on Alzheimer's
Friday, November 30 2007
I want to share a good recomendation that my Dad's Physical Therapist gave me yesterday.Put Dad's Identification on his walker. In regards to his name address and phone number. My Dad sometimes wanders. He wears a Medic Alert braclett. Good for a medical facility. If there is identification on his walker, anyone could help redirect him, or... Read more
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Caring kb on Alzheimer's
Tuesday, October 23 2007
How Would Someone Know If A Person Out Walking Has Dementia/Alzheimers?How Do You Know When A Person Is Lost And Needs Help?A few ideas I have thought of, I would appreciate your input.1.) If it's cold outside. The person may not be dressed appropriately.2.) Possibly staggering.3.) Possibly looking around frantically.4.) Walking quickly and... Read more
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Caring kb on Alzheimer's
Friday, September 21 2007
OK...here we go..I've never had a journal on the Internet, but I could use some advise on certain issues. My Dad has Dementia. I don't work outside the home anymore. I take care of Dad and feel very blessed that I can.My topic for today is.....We have many guests in our home, day and night, according to my Dad. While we were growing up, my... Read more
