Articles related to "Elder Care"



Elderly Day Care Scholarships Help Defray Costs
Paying for adult day care can strain a family budget. Scholarship programs may help cover the cost when a primary caregiver needs respite or works outside the home.
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Elder Care Family Meetings
You may have realized your parents need help and care-giving, but do your siblings? A family meeting can make sure you're all on the same page regarding elder care.
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131 Worst Senior Care Homes in the US Listed
Government nursing home watchlist names elder care homes, called Special Focus Facilities, in danger of losing Medicare and Medicaid funding due to persistent neglect.
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Adult Day Care Centers
Defines Adult Day Care Centers and tips on how to select the right one. Additional links are provided to assist you further.
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Aromatherapy & the Elderly
The new trend is growing ever wider. Find out how to aid loved ones with Aromatherapy.
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Aromatherapy Blends Aid in Dementia Elder Care
Therapeutic essential oils enhance psychological and physical well-being. The art and science of blending them to the greatest synergistic effect can give elders relief.
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Becoming Your Parents' Guardian
Becoming your parents' guardian means assuming full control of their financial affairs. It may be a necessary step, but that doesn't mean your parents will appreciate it.
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Boomers Now Facing the Realities of Elder Care
Living longer means that our elderly population will require care for an extended period of time, a responsibility that is now falling to the baby boomer generation.
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Care Bags for Caregivers
Inspirational packages for caregivers.
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Caregiver Burnout: For Family Members
This article focuses on signs, symptoms, and prevention of caregiver burnout whether you are a family caregiver or you work in a facility.
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Caregiver Burnout: For Workers
This article focuses on burnout in the workplace.
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Caregiver Roles
This article focuses on the many tasks that caregivers face day-to-day.
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Caregivers Around the World
This is a brief article about the new <i>Caregivers Around the World</i> topic area on my main web site, <i>The Elderly Place</i>. You will be able to read articles from other caregivers as well as submit your own for other caregivers to read.
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Caregivers Helping Caregivers
How caregivers can help one another.
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Caregiving Day-by-Day
Introduction to Caregiving.
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Caregiving Responsibilities
Live Your Dream Event: Being a caregiver does not mean that you cannot live your dream.
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Choosing an Elder Care Assisted Living Facility
Senior living options vary widely from private homes to advanced care facilities. Learn what questions to ask to find the safest & most appropriate living arrangements.
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Choosing an Elder Care Facility
If an aging parent needs more care than the immediate family can give, the right facility can ease concerns about nursing home abuse and neglect by their quality of care.
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Choosing Care for Loved Ones
Deciding on the care for your loved one can be very difficult, especially if you are considering a nursing home placement. This article focuses on cosiderations and tips for caregivers.
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Dementia from a Global Perspective
Dementia is a neurological disease which annually affects more than 24 million people globally. This article explores the challenges of treatment in developing countries.
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Elder Care Benefits Program a Profitable Move
Companies benefit from programs designed to help employees caring for elderly loved ones. Employers see improved morale, less strain on workers, and increased production.
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Elder Care Resources
Happy Anniversary Suite101 Event: Links to related caregiving topics at The Suite.
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Emergency Disaster Preparedness and Elder Care
Disasters come in all forms - hurricanes, bioterrorism, ice storms, earthquakes, floods, pandemics and fires. Caregivers' jobs make planning for survival a complex task.
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Halloween Activities
Fun activities that loved ones with dementia can do this Halloween. Baking? Games? Crafts? You name it and it can be done with a little creativity. Have fun!!!
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Halloween and Elderly
Tips on how to make this Halloween less stressful and fun for you and for your loved one. Also, there are tips for workers in care facilities.
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Happy Holidays with Elderly
Information on how you can have a less stressful and joyful holiday season with your loved one.
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Household Chores &amp; Elderly
Helping around the house might make your loved one feel needed. Read through some tips to get started.
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Nutrition and the Elderly
Information on the nutrition for the elderly.
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Pet Therapy
How pet therapy can be therapeutic to your loved one.
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Planning Your Elder's Care
How to ask a senior in your family about their preferences for health care and assisted living options before an emergency finds you unprepared.
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Senior Care Options
There are no hard and fast rules governing the best living situation for the elderly. Some should remain in their own homes, while others thrive in a group setting.
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Soak Away Stress
Say goodbye to stress through a relaxing bath or shower. Find out how scent therapy can relieve tension and stress.
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Summer Fun with Elderly
This summer, have some extra fun with your loved ones.
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Thanksgiving Activities
Have fun this Thanksgiving with your loved ones. Read on if you would like some tips on how to include your loved ones, especially those with a dementing illness, with helping you this holiday.
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The Elder Care Challenge: Accepting Help
Family caregivers are reluctant to accept help from friends because they don't want to burden them. They are missing out on small acts of kindness that can truly help.
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Valentine Fun - February 14th
This article offers activity suggestions for caregivers of loved ones who live with their caregivers or who live in a care facility.
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Volunteering with Elderly
Volunteers are special people. Learn where volunteers can be found and information for those who would like to volunteer.
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The Sandwich Generation
For the working woman sandwiched between caring for aging parents while raising her family and juggling a career, work/life balance can be difficult. Here are a few tips.
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Alzheimer's 101
This article is an overview of Alzheimer's, concentrating on the signs, symptoms, behaviors, and communication skills.
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Alzheimer's 102
This article concentrates on the stages of Alzheimer's, hereditary factors, help for caregivers, and addtional resources.
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Alzheimer's Acceptance
Denial among caregivers is more common than we think. This article offers information for caregivers who are facing difficulties of their loved one's Alzheimer's diagnosis.
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Bringing Seniors and Pets Together
Many senior citizens hesitate to adopt a pet because they fear that unavoidable changes in their lives might prevent them from caring for the pet in the future. Fortunately, many of these concerns are beginning to be addressed.
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Caregiver Feelings
Explore common feelings that may come along with the caregiving role.
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Caregiver Stress Signs
This article focuses on the signs of caregiver stress and how to recognize these signs.
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Caregiver Support Groups
General information about online support groups and helpful links.
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Caregiving and Elder Law Attorneys
Health care planning is essential in elder care. Elder Law Attorneys specialize in Health Care Proxies, Living Wills, DNR's and other necessary legal tools.
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Caregiving Introduction
This article is especially for new caregivers of all ages. However, all caregivers may benefit from the tips, suggestions, and resources listed.
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Caring for Parents
How to get through family obstacles when you are elected the primary caregiver.
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Elder Abuse in Nursing Home Settings
Nursing home care for some senior citizens includes neglect and medication errors. Senior care standards need to improve as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day approaches.
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Gerontology Introduction
This article focuses on the student who would like to work with the elderly.
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