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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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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.

Leaving Home

By Mary C. Fridley RN, BC
  • Aging

Making the decision to place a loved one in an Assisted Living Facility. Tips for finding the right match: what to look for; what to avoid.

Mission Not Impossible: Managing Alzheimer

By Mary C. Fridley RN, BC
  • Aging

Tips for caregivers on how to managing difficult behaviors in a dementia affected loved one and valuable tips to minimize and avert inappropriate behaviors.

Sharing The Joys Of The Holiday Season

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

Stresses loved ones with dementia may experience during holidays.

It’s Just A Figure Of Speech

By Mary C. Fridley RN, BC
  • Aging
  • Caregiver Issues
  • Disability - Accessability - Mobility
  • Diseases - Illnesses - Conditions
  • Eldercare
  • Mental Health - Emotional - Issues

Learn about the different types of aphasia and how to communicate with dementia and stroke impaired persons.

Practical Tips for Caregivers

By Mary C. Fridley RN, BC
  • Caregiver Issues
  • Eldercare
  • Grandparenting

Tips for care givers on bathing and preventing injuries.

Maintaining Energy, Vitality and Spirituality

By Mary C. Fridley RN, BC
  • Caregiver Issues
  • Mental Health - Emotional - Issues
  • Spirituality - Religion - Beliefs
  • Wellness

Information for caregivers on maintaining their energy, vitality and spirituality.

How To Help Your Loved One When She Denies She Needs Your Help

By Mary C. Fridley RN, BC
  • Aging

Making difficult decisions to keep an elderly loved one safe. Taking on the parental role of caregiver for an elderly loved one.

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