By Jeannette Sheehan Are you at home and not able to do it all anymore? There are options for you to get assistance and remain at home. We all know most prefer to live at home. These familiar surroundings provide comfort, security and stability. Not only do people recover more quickly at home, there is [...]
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Make an educated choice: Home agency or private caregiver
Posted on 10 June 2010.
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Do adult children worry too much about their elderly parents?
Posted on 26 May 2010.
I am in my late 70s and my daughter is terrific about taking care of me and her father, who is in his early 80s and not in the best of health. I love my daughter, but sometimes we feel more like her children than her parents.
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How to care for an older adult during the summer months
Posted on 25 May 2010.
Summer is a special time for caution if you or someone in your family is an older adult. I
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Tips for effective communication with memory impaired loved ones
Posted on 25 May 2010.
Both family and paid caregivers may overlook various barriers to effective communication with impaired older adults and consequently misinterpret verbal and behavioral messages.
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When it comes to home care, educate yourself
Posted on 14 May 2010.
In the 20 years I have been in the home health care business, most recently as the CEO of an agency, I have seen the unfortunate results of the lack of planning countless times.
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Caregivers deserve some time off
Posted on 14 May 2010.
By Angela Rocheleau March brings the promise of the spring season, but, for some families dealing with elderly or frail loved ones it also raises concerns that need to be addressed. Here are some helpful answers to questions we often receive from family members this time of the year. Q: My elderly mom lives with [...]
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