Category Archives: senior citizens

Caring for elderly parents from afar? Here are some ideas for making it easier

Posted on December 28, 2014 by webmaven

Here is a good article which might give you some ideas to help with your long distance caregiving. Caring for elderly parents from afar? Here are some ideas for making it easier.

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The game that can give you 10 extra years of life

Posted on July 3, 2013 by webmaven

Jane McGonigal: The game that can give you 10 extra years of life | Video on TED.com. 4 things: physical activity, mental willpower, social outreach and emotional positivity are developed by the game Superbetter, developed b Jane McGonigal  

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NHS Recognition that Mindfulness Meditation is Good for Depression

Posted on April 9, 2013 by webmaven

  NHS recognition of mindfulness meditation is good for depression  It’s only been at least forty years that this has been known…see: Benson, Herbert. The Relaxation Response. New York: Avon Books, 1975, p. 32. Is science finally starting to catch up to … Continue reading →

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Someone you know ill?

Posted on April 8, 2013 by webmaven

Someone you know ill? Watch what you say, and to whom – latimes.com. Brilliantly simple map reminder system for guiding interactions with others who may be ill.

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The Caregiver Crisis

Posted on October 10, 2012 by webmaven

An absolute MUST site for healthcare professionals as well as volunteers and administrators. TEDMED – Great Challenge – The Caregiver Crisis.

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Dr. Rhodes’ Caregiver Tips

Posted on September 12, 2012 by webmaven

I really like Dr. Linda Rhodes’ website…especially the Caregiver Tips. This is practical and immediately useful info for caregivers. Check out the sections about Medicare, especially the inpatient vs. observation status. Because I work in hospitals I can attest that … Continue reading →

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