Tips For Caregivers

8 Characteristics of Caregiver Stress

Posted on April 17th, 2012.

Being the primary caregiver to an aging and ailing loved one can be quite stressful. Not only must you face the fact that your loved one’s health is deteriorating, you must face a slew of responsibilities. This can quickly add up to an undue amount of stress. As a caregiver, it is vital that you [...]

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Understanding Macular Degeneration

Posted on February 28th, 2012.

Macular degeneration is a condition that can affect your central vision.  Most often, it is seen in patients that are 55 years or older.  However, it has occurred with younger patients, so regular checkups are necessary to understand your risks.  If you are one of the millions who suffer with this condition, it is important [...]

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Protecting Elders from Winter Weather

Posted on December 13th, 2011.

As Winter descends once again it brings with it lower temperatures and harsher weather.  For the elderly, this time of year can be especially hazardous.  As the season approaches, be sure that you and your elderly loved one are prepared for their special needs during the colder months of the year. 1.    Heating the house [...]

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Holiday Fun Tips For The Whole Family

Posted on December 6th, 2011.

The holidays are fast approaching. With family members coming from a variety of places this holiday season, you may have a lot on your plate. Family dynamics can be difficult any time of the year, but especially as we move into the holiday season. And if you are a part of the sandwich generation, and [...]

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What Is In Your Medicine Cabinet?

Posted on October 4th, 2011.

If you are like many people, your medicine cabinet is a treasure trove of items. It is a place where you store medications, toothpaste, shaving cream, hygiene products, and various other things. Yet if you’ve been in your home for any length of time, your medicine has probably become something else – a cluttered mess [...]

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A Guide To Estate Planning – What To Do With Your Online Accounts

Posted on September 14th, 2011.

Do you have a will? Do you have an estate plan in place? It is important to have things mapped out and lined up – you don’t want your family to be left “holding the ball” because you weren’t prepared. And while its easy to make plans for things you can see – your antique [...]

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10 Checklists You Should Use As A Caregiver

Posted on August 24th, 2011.

When you are the caregiver of a loved one, it can be an overwhelming process. There is often much that you have to remember just to get through the day. From medications to doctor’s appointments, it is easy to forget something. One way to make sure you are always prepared is to have a few, [...]

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How To Prevent Your Elderly Parent From Wandering

Posted on August 17th, 2011.

When you are the primary caregiver to an aging parent, you are bound to experience a multitude of emotions. After all, you are now taking care of the person that once took care of you – the cycle of life has come full circle. As you adapt to taking care of an elderly parent, it [...]

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How Adult Children Can Get Along While Caring For Aging Parents

Posted on August 9th, 2011.

As your parents get older, they may become less capable of caring for themselves without help. If this happens, you and your siblings will have to determine what is best. This can be a difficult and trying time for everyone involved. Even though you and your siblings are adults now, the stress of caring for [...]

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Are You Safe From Your Medicine?

Posted on June 14th, 2011.

Taking one over the counter or prescription medicine can be safe for you. If you’re following guidelines and using it with your doctor’s knowledge, you’ll be treating the condition you are taking it for. The problem lies when you take the second. And the third. And the fourth. Sometimes you end up taking a variety [...]

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