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When my 87-year old client lost his wife to Alzheimer’s, I had been encouraging him to continue to do the things he loves. Reluctantly, he followed my advice. He is a physician who built health systems in third world countries. He continues to consult, is a major...
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As Aging Life Care professionals, we work with the adult children of aging parents every day. We see the worry in their faces. We are painfully aware that as the years pass by, appearances change, steps grow slower, minds struggle to recall. We experience these...
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One of the most challenging things for seniors is transportation. Especially when driving is no longer an option, the inability to get around can be devastating. My mother told me that when she saw her 20 year old yellow Oldsmobile being towed away, she sobbed knowing...
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Are you a veteran or caring for one? New changes to the Veteran’s Administration (VA) benefits will impact your long term care. Low income veterans in nursing homes and those requiring in-home care for everyday life will find it harder to get help through Aid... by Complete Care Strategies | Complete Care Strategies
Over the summer, families often spend more leisure time together. It’s also a great opportunity to tune into any subtle changes that may be occurring in older family members. For me, Memorial... by Complete Care Strategies | Caregiver's Resource, Complete Care Strategies
According to a new survey by the National Association of Professional Geriatric Care Managers, the answer is yes. Your mother taught you to never lie. And now you are faced with lying to her, of all people! But take heart, 90 percent of aging experts use or recommend...