Why Your Life Sucks . . . and What You Can Do About It (excerpt)
We are in charge of our own lives. If we try to acquire happiness from within us, it is possible that we may bring it into the world around us.
“Surprise, surprise! You’re my executor!”
Tips on how to prepare a will that will make your life easier and ensure the welfare of your family.
Like the military, signing up is easier than checking out
This article provides tips on how to prepare all the necessary paper work when a loved one passes away.
Here’s how to beat Mr. Scam-Man when he knocks at your door
This article provides an example of a cruel crime that might happen to grieving people. The author persuades you to keep a list of all your expenses and not yet paid bills to avoid such cruelty.
Success Is Measured One Caregiver At A Time
Dr. Hernández discusses what successes are to the caregiver, how she feels they are unique to each caregiving situation and how the government sees it all. She also speaks about the caregiving initiative.
A Call To Action
Dr. Hernández describes what Consumer Directed Care is about and how it could support caregivers who are caring for loved ones at home. This is an issue caregivers need to understand in order to better advocate for themselves.
Consumer Directed Care In Danger Of Extinction
- Caregiver Issues
- Eldercare
- Financial, Insurance, Legal Matters
- Legislation and Advocacy
- Long Term Care
Dr. Hernández describes what Consumer Directed Care can and has done. She also discusses why the government is not moving forward with it and what we as caregivers need to know about its value.
The Modern Trojan Horse: The Medicare Modernization Act
- Caregiver Issues
- Eldercare
- Financial, Insurance, Legal Matters
- Legislation and Advocacy
- Long Term Care
Dr Hernández encourages caregivers and others to take heed to the new laws that are being passed for MEDICARE.. Weigh all options carefully before making your decision as to whether or not to sign up.
Promises To Keep: Olmstead Act
Dr. Hernández discusses the legal aspects of the Olmstead Act; the responsibility of the individual states. Caregivers need to check into what is being done in their state and begin demanding that they take action if they haven’t already done so.
Helping Children With Autism Learn
Imitation is a very crucial conduit through which the one- to four-year-old child normally takes in a tremendous amount of information. Dr. Siegel discusses how to apply this to an autistic child.
If I Only Knew Then – What I Know Now!
The author shares the behavioral dysfunctions with her father, in getting the right diagnosis and tips to recognizing dementia..
Caregiving Raises Risk Of Heart Disease In Women
Accoring to a new study, women who spend nine or more hours a week caring for an ill or disabled spouse have an increased risk of coronary heart disease.