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Author: Mary C. Fridley RN, BC

Mary C. Fridley is a registered nurse certified in gerontology with more than twenty years in the geriatric health field.

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“They Were Never Defeated, Only Killed”

By Mary C. Fridley RN, BC
  • Care for the Caregiver - Nurturing
  • Caregiver Issues
  • Mental Health - Emotional - Issues
  • Wellness

The author did a web search for information on the French Foreign Legion as a result of this quote. What she discovered were some striking similarities between legionnaires and caregivers.

It’s a Pity Party…And You’re Invited!

By Mary C. Fridley RN, BC
  • Care for the Caregiver - Nurturing
  • Mental Health - Emotional - Issues

The author takes a serious but funny look at getting caught up in our pity parties and what a life saver reaching out to friends can be.

Feeding Tubes

By Mary C. Fridley RN, BC
  • Caregiver Issues
  • Eldercare
  • End-of-Life-Hospice - Palliative Care

The author discusses views on feeding tube placement in end of life stages for those with Alzheimer’s so that you can make more informed decisions about their usage.

Stages

By Mary C. Fridley RN, BC
  • Caregiver Issues
  • Death and Dying
  • Grief and Bereavement
  • Mental Health - Emotional - Issues

The author describes the four stages people go through when an unfavorahble diagnosis is made.

Trips Your Loved One Should Never Take

By Mary C. Fridley RN, BC
  • Caregiver Issues
  • Disability - Accessability - Mobility
  • Eldercare
  • Home Safety and Modification

This article covers in home safety issues, particularly falls. It helps explain how to modify the home for disabled and elderly. This includes how to unclutter the home, the use of lighting, safety equipment, walking aides and such.

Memories Of Jessie

By Mary C. Fridley RN, BC
  • Caregiver Issues
  • Caregivers: Experiences & Ideas
  • Death and Dying
  • Mental Health - Emotional - Issues
  • Wellness

Let all of us experience unconditional love that was described in this touching article. Unconditional love will result in the most genuine and enjoyable care giving relationship.

Who Are You Caring For?

By Mary C. Fridley RN, BC
  • Aging
  • Caregiver Issues
  • Death and Dying
  • Eldercare
  • Financial, Insurance, Legal Matters

Article addresses elder and end of life issues for a loved one…

Telling Tales

By Mary C. Fridley RN, BC
  • Aging

How caregivers can prepare to take their elderly loved ones to a doctor’s appointment and valuable tips on how to get the most out of it.

It’s Hot Outside

By Mary C. Fridley RN, BC
  • Aging
  • Eldercare
  • Wellness

The importance of hydration and tips for caregivers on preventing dehydration in their elderly loved ones.

Sleepless in Seattle, Baltimore, Rochester… Why Mamma Doesn

By Mary C. Fridley RN, BC
  • Aging

The cause of sleep problems and how to manage them in dementia affected loved ones.

Baby Boomers as Caregivers, a Force to be Reckoned With

By Mary C. Fridley RN, BC
  • Aging

The impact of the Baby Boomer generation on quality of
care.

Difficult Decisions

By Mary C. Fridley RN, BC
  • Aging

Caregiver issue of facing the death and dying of an elderly love one. The importance of Advance Directives and resources for obtaining standard documents.

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