Category Archives: aging

Senior Moments…

Posted on April 18, 2012 by webmaven

You’re sure to get a chuckle out of this: Senior Moments

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Top 5 Regrets of the Dying

Posted on April 8, 2012 by webmaven

On this beautiful Easter morning, here is an article that you might want to read, consider and reflect upon. In very few words it says a lot. Regrets of the Dying.

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True and Original Definition of Hospice

Posted on March 4, 2012 by webmaven

“You matter to the last moment of your life, and we will do all we can, not only to help you die peacefully, but to live until you die.” -Dame Cicely Saunders

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Tai Chi Helps Ease Parkinson’s Symptoms

Posted on February 29, 2012 by webmaven

A new study provides promising results for Parkinson’s patients…now they have a great reason to practice tai chi!

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Major Palliative Care Conference coming in October

Posted on February 28, 2012 by webmaven

The longest-running Congress in Palliative Care and the leading event in the  palliative medicine field since 1976 is scheduled for this fall in Montreal. Hospice personnel, volunteers, nurses will all benefit from the programs. The 19th International Palliative Care information center has a full … Continue reading →

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Carezone, a new website

Posted on February 15, 2012 by webmaven

Saw a Huffington Post article and thought I would post it. I’m not sure that the concept of this site will be easily understood and/or that it will be subscribed to and utilized by the average caregiver. What do you … Continue reading →

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