Ironically, while examples of seniors enjoying productive lives abound, most Americans continue to view aging as a totally negative process. Here is a look at some of the common misconceptions of the aging process.
One woman’s experience of the caregiving process and the important lessons she has learned.
Making difficult decisions to keep an elderly loved one safe. Taking on the parental role of caregiver for an elderly loved one.
PSTD from terrorist attacks.. how to copel; how to help your children.
Ensure the safety of the loved one and others by making sure that the care receiver is capable of safe driving. Talk to the loved one about taking the drives test and whether driving is what he really wants in his condition.
We all have them, and regardless of whether we do or don’t like them, they seem to remain with us.
Placing a loved one in a facility is to some degree an act of seperation. Feelings of abandonment, desertion and wrong doing are common, when we place a loved one in a facility.
Hot to cope after disasters on an emotional, physical, mental and spiritual level: and when you know it’s time to seek professional help.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) also called Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease is the term used to describe Chronic Bronchitis and Emphysema.
The author describes her misfortune in placing the loved one in a Respite facility because she was not well-informed.
An examination on the many losses experienced in life through death, divorce, leaving home, etc and what they mean for the future.
Tips on what to prepare before seeing a doctor for overactive bladder. What questions to ask during the appointment.
