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Comment on Alzheimer’s problems with Bathing by sanantonioinhomeseniorcare

sanantonioinhomeseniorcare — Sun, 24 Jun 2012 15:12:23 +0000

In home care professionals are trained in how to bathe your loved one while keeping them calm and unafraid. If bathing becomes too difficult for a family caregiver, it may be time to consider hiring a service to assist with ADL. Not only will the loved one receive excellent care, the family caregiver will have some respite.

Comment on When Your Parent’s Should Stop Driving by sanantonioinhomeseniorcare

sanantonioinhomeseniorcare — Sun, 24 Jun 2012 15:06:53 +0000

It is so difficult to take away the keys, as being able to drive signifies independence at 70 as much as at 17. However, it is better to have the conversation and take away the keys than to receive a phone call that your loved one has been in a serious accident. Transportation services can reduce that need to drive, and may be the solution if you have it in your area. An in home senior care service usually provides transportation services for a much more reasonable cost than a taxi, and is safer. It also can provide a bit of companionship for your loved one during the drive. By providing transportation, you can put off the need for assisted living, and an in home service is much less expensive than an assisted living facility.

Comment on Alzheimer’s Secret #3: They Are Lying To You! by Sarah (@Sarahjeanrn)

Sarah (@Sarahjeanrn) — Mon, 11 Jun 2012 02:22:55 +0000

Local Agencies on Aging are also neutral when helping you make a decision.
Sarah @ http://www.plaquesandtangles.com/

Comment on You don’t Need to Meditate to get the Benefits by donahueg

donahueg — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 01:08:13 +0000

Thank you Kazumi

Comment on You don’t Need to Meditate to get the Benefits by kazumi

kazumi — Sat, 31 Mar 2012 02:13:53 +0000

Hi, I just happened to come…But, I like what you say about really listening to the music thing. I enjoy meditating, but I also like to really listen music so that I feel that I can be one with the music!

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Comment on SIGN UP! by liz holm

liz holm — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 16:07:01 +0000

hi, I’ve just found your site, and wasn’t able to enter my name, but will try from your website link! Thanks for all of the great info. I’m one of the stressed sole caregivers (mom has mid-stage AD) that you mention.
best regards,
Liz

Comment on Harder Than Pulling Teeth: Finding Answers for Caregivers by Angil Tarach RN

Angil Tarach RN — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 01:16:05 +0000

I meet families all the time that don’t get help until they are at the end of their rope. What I also find a shame is the amount of Veterans that have NO idea that there are benefits available for homecare and respite, paid for by Veterans Administration directly, and an Aid and Attendance benefit that is available as a veteran pension benefit for veterans that meet qualifications or their survivng spouses. The Aid and Attendance benefit is a monthly amount of money available to help cover privately paid homecare.
I also am saddened by the lack of understanding in the healthcare system between private duty homecare and home health care.
I am teaching as many Veterans and surviving spouses about the resources available to provide care and respite.
I have articlel on my blog about the Aid and Attendance benefit, as well as the difference between home health and private duty homecare. For more information and resources visit my blog at http://www.angiltarachrn.blogspot.com
We MUST ALL advocate for changes in senior healthcare benefits. Our system is a mess, and will only get worse unless we all let the government know that LTC options and benefits need to IMPROVE!
If you are a unpaid family or friend caregiver, you absolutely need time for yourself. Caregiving is one of the hardest jobs in the world, and no one can do it all. Don’t feel guilty taking time for yourself. If you can get someone to come in even 6 yrs a week, so you have time to rejuvenate, do it before you are at the end of your rope, or ill.

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Wed, 29 Jul 2009 07:09:07 +0000

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