Category Archives: elder care

The Hospice Option

Posted on April 28, 2011 by webmaven

Hospice – The Hospice Option – Family, Euthanasia, History, Development, Care, Family, Patient, Medical, Death, and Programs. A very good summary article about hospice care.

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Hey, We’ve added a new Section!

Posted on April 19, 2011 by webmaven

Help another with the difficult task of making end of life arrangements. It DOESN’T have to be torture, in fact it can be rewarding. End of Life matters! http://www.thecaregiverwebsite.com/end-of-life-matters/

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Partner Dancing’s Mind-Body Benefits

Posted on April 13, 2011 by webmaven

Partner Dancing’s Mind-Body Benefits | Spirituality & Health Magazine. Lets get up and dance!

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Five smartphone apps for caregivers

Posted on April 11, 2011 by webmaven

Five smartphone apps for caregivers – MarketWatch. This might come in handy to our tech – savvy caregivers.  

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Practical suggestions from a home care physical therapist

Posted on April 9, 2011 by webmaven

A Few Practical Suggestions for Setting up  your Home from the Book  Caregiver Revolution As a home care physical therapist, I would recommend that you set up the following modifications before or shortly after your loved one comes home from … Continue reading →

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More caregivers discovering positive aspects of caregiving

Posted on April 8, 2011 by webmaven

Caregivers’ Views Related to Stage of Loved One’s Illness and Whether Caregiver Had a Choice in Assuming Responsibility   (from www.caregiving.org) WASHINGTON, DC, March 31, 2011— One-half of caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia surveyed for a new caregiver … Continue reading →

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