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PEW Study 22 Aug 2013 | 08:46 pm
Caregiving elderly parents is a national issue that will overwhelm us in the near future. A PEW Study discussed some of the issues that impact the rising need for family members to care for their agin...
Isolation 24 Jul 2013 | 05:46 pm
Isolation in the general public has huge ramifications, but is even more escalated in the elderly. Being lonely can impact the brain, heart and even cause death. Almost ½ of women over 75 are living a...
Law of Protection of Rights and Interests of the Aged 19 Jul 2013 | 07:20 pm
China has a law that requires grown children to look after their parents who are 60 years or older. Grown children must visit at least every 1-2 months and on holidays. The wording of “frequently” vis...
Elderly Depression 27 Jun 2013 | 11:11 pm
Depression affects approximately 20% of people over the age of sixty-five, yet only about one in six is treated appropriately. Depression is a treatable medical condition, not a natural part of the a...
Prevention is the Best Medicine 24 May 2013 | 03:16 am
While we all know this, we don’t always follow it. Unfortunately, neither do our parents. Not only do heathy people experience a better quality of life, they are also easier to care for.For people o...
How to talk so they can listen… 12 Apr 2013 | 07:52 pm
Caregiving requires many conversations that may be uncomfortable for your elderly parent or loved one. As a caregiver, you can facilitate conversations with less friction by keeping some key points in...
Practical caregiving tips to advocate for your hospitalized patient – Part 3 15 Feb 2013 | 08:53 pm
Guest Expert Blogger: Marie Gibson This article is part three of a three part series that will help you step into an advocacy role, feel more confident about your role as a caregiver, and communicate ...
Practical caregiving tips to advocate for your hospitalized patient – Part 2 31 Jan 2013 | 06:48 pm
Guest Expert Blogger: Marie Gibson Practical caregiving tips to advocate for your hospitalized patient This article is part two of a three part series that will help you step into an advocacy role, fe...
Practical caregiving tips to advocate for your hospitalized patient 18 Jan 2013 | 07:45 pm
Guest Expert Blogger: Marie Gibson If you have a family member or loved one in a hospital or rehab facility, your life needs simplification–immediately! With these simple tips you’ll make the stay e...
Family Responsibilities Discrimination 30 Nov 2012 | 07:42 pm
A new article in the New York Times, shines a light on the problems employed caregivers jobs can encounter. It suggests that it may be easier to take time off to care of your children than to care for...
