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<title>The Housing Market and Senior Citizens</title>
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<description><![CDATA[The housing bubble burst affected more than just traditional housing. Senior care housing was also dramatically affected as well.]]></description>
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<title>Do Your Elderly Parents Live In Their Own Home? Make Sure They Have A Good Emergency Radio</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2012 11:16:03 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If your older parents live alone, you want to make sure they are well prepared for weather emergencies. Since power outages happen more and more, an emergency radio with a strong AM band can be life saver for your parents and you. Read about why giving your parents an emergency radio makes good sense and what features a good radio should have.]]></description>
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<title>How Do You Assess the Quality of Care in a Care Home? You Must Ask These 13 Questions</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2012 08:58:10 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Is the care home run for the benefit of the staff or residents? Yes....you did read the question right! The actual thought that the care home is possibly run for the benefit of the staff rather than the residents is a shocking one...but these care homes do exist. Discover the 13 questions you must ask so you can assess the quality of care being provided in the care home....]]></description>
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<title>Monitoring Technology for Seniors</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:25:04 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will take a look at some of these advances and how they allow seniors to remain at home. By discussing these technologies with your loved ones, you may be able to keep your independence.]]></description>
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<title>Care Home First Impressions: The 9 Questions You Must Ask So You Can Spot A Quality Care Home</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:41:03 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[How do you spot a good or bad care home? The thought of exposing your loved one to possible abuse or neglect is horrific. Read on to find out the 9 questions to ask so you can get a true first impression of a quality care home.]]></description>
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<title>Elder Home Care - How to Elder Proof A House</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:10:26 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Every elder wants to stay in his or her own home for as long as their health would allow them. In achieving this goal, several changes within the home would be necessary. These changes include acquiring equipment and adaptation of home to reduce the risk of accidents and injuries within the home, thus promoting safety and encourage functional independence.]]></description>
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<title>Good or Bad Atmosphere in a Care Home: The 7 Questions You Must Ask to Get the Right Answer</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 13:39:02 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The biggest fear you have when you walk through the care home door is it accords with the stereotypical view that all care homes smell! Read on to discover the 7 questions you need to ask so you can assess whether the care home has a good or bad atmosphere...]]></description>
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<title>Things to Consider When Hiring Caregivers For Seniors</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:58:22 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[At some point, most families will have to deal with the dilemma of what kind of health care to seek for an aging loved one. If the choice is to hire a caregiver, there are some things to keep in mind in choosing the right one.]]></description>
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<title>Why Caregivers Should Use Incontinence Bed Pads</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 07:55:30 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you are the caregiver for someone with incontinence it can be a daunting and at times overwhelming job. You may feel totally helpless as you work to help the loved one in your care deal with their incontinence. While there are no easy answers and much of what you will need to do will depend on the gender, age, and health status of your loved one it is important to know that there are things that can help make managing incontinence a little easier.]]></description>
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<title>Tech Support for Aging in Place</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:16:29 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[We have come a long way since help, I have fallen and I can't get up and the panic button technology of the past century. As your older parent or other loved one lives more years in their home, you as a caregiver can help make home safer from falls and easier to access for adults who choose to age in place in their own homes. Technology now takes us to a whole new age of medical safety and security. Some experts already are talking about a day not too far off when medical technology and artificial intelligence will combine to actually predict emergencies in the home before they happen.]]></description>
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<title>Prolonging Senior Independent Living Adds to Quality of Life</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:02:04 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are many areas to consider to prolong senior independent living. Finances, safety around the home, and keeping up with routine household chores are just a few. A solid plan to address most issues will go far to prolong ones ability to live independently in the home.]]></description>
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<title>What Types of Incontinence Products Does the Tena Line Offer?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:45:05 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[One of the first decisions that anyone with incontinence needs to make involves finding the right incontinence product. The good news is that there have never been so many different kinds of incontinence supplies on the market as there are today. However, this can also be the bad news.]]></description>
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<title>Just How Easy Is It to Adjust an Adjustable Bed or Chair?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:41:33 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you are suffering with mobility issues, then you may have begun looking into the possibility of getting an adjustable bed or a rise and recline chair that will allow you to improve the quality of your life with one small, simple purchase. This is an excellent idea for many people, as having a bed that will keep you in a comfortable position the relieves the stress and strain on your neck, spine and joints all night can help a lot with any aches or pains you might suffer.]]></description>
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<title>What Do You Do When a Senior Does Not Want a Caregiver But Needs One?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 09:11:54 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many seniors resist receiving the help they may desperately need for various reasons. Here are some tips that may help in solving this dilemma.]]></description>
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<title>Five Steps to a Healthier Older Heart</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Feb 2012 08:05:00 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[February gives us Valentine's Day, and February also is American Heart Month, a really good time to talk about cardiovascular wellness. The average human heart beats more than 100,000 times a day and pumps about 1,800 gallons of blood in the process. Working that hard, it may be little surprise that cardiac-related conditions represent about 27 percent of all deaths in Americans. That percent increases to 40 percent of all mortality for those ages 65 to 74 and as high as 60 percent of the deaths of people 80 years or older. But we get to exert control over how much these aging tendencies will affect our well-being. Read on for five tips on how to help the older person in your orbit maintain optimal cardiovascular fitness.]]></description>
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<title>Caregiving and Football</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 15:57:40 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[What do caregiving and football have in common. As it turns out...a lot!]]></description>
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<title>Changes and Challenges of Aging</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 11:22:05 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many of you may have noticed that a person's actual age may not match his or her actual appearance such a mismatch of someone's biological age against his or her chronological age is attributed to the life that the person chooses to live. There are over 35 million Americans (about 12% of the U.S. population) over 65.]]></description>
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<title>What Are the Best Adult Diapers?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:08:08 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you are trying to find a way to manage your incontinence you may be looking for an adult diaper. However, today there are more adult diapers on the market then ever before. Sites that offer adult incontinence products can have even dozens of adult diapers and other incontinence supplies to choose from.]]></description>
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<title>What You Should Know About Adult Pull Ups</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:07:03 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you having symptoms of incontinence it is important to understand that most of the time this is the result of an underlying medical problem. Generally incontinence is not a medical problem that occurs without a cause. Many people assume that incontinence is a normal part of aging.]]></description>
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<title>How to Use Incontinence Undergarments to Help Manage Incontinence</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:06:52 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many people feel overwhelmed when they are first diagnosed with incontinence. They often think that because they have this problem they can no longer continue on with their normal lives. This is partly due to the stereotype of those with incontinence as being old, ill, and bedridden.]]></description>
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<title>How to Choose Incontinence Underwear</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:01:38 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[One of the first decisions that anyone with incontinence needs to make is choosing some incontinence underwear. While not everyone will need an adult diaper most people with moderate to severe incontinence will need to choose some type of incontinence underwear to help them manage this condition. This can be an overwhelming task due to the large number of choices that are available in incontinence products.]]></description>
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<title>Alzheimer's Caregiving: A Secret That Will Help Reduce Your Emotional Distress</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2012 07:41:57 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Caregivers of people with Alzheimer's disease typically suffer deeply when their loved ones are upset or agitated about something. But there's a secret that can help caregivers reduce their emotional stress. This article reveals and discusses that secret.]]></description>
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<title>Hiring an Estate Sale Liquidator Company</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:53:17 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[People often don't know where to start when dealing with a lifetime of possessions. An estate liquidator many times has the knowledge and resources to liquidate an estate. Organization is the key. They will know how to arrange items and how to group like items together.]]></description>
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<title>Elder Care</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2012 09:59:06 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article discusses various gifts that you could give to your aging parents. This is perfect to make them feel comfortable and special.]]></description>
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<title>The Handiness Of Senior Medical Alarms</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 10:12:20 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Senior medical alarms that include the medical alert necklace are handy, convenient and affordable medical alarm mechanisms that provide the wearer with complete protection during extreme emergency conditions. The senior medical alarms are fitted with a transmitter button that can be attached to the clothing.]]></description>
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<title>Benefits of Senior Day Care</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 10:09:44 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article will look at Senior Day Care. Like normal day care, these services watch over the seniors during the day when you are not around to keep an eye on them. It lets them keep their independence and you get to have your peace of mind.]]></description>
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<title>Know the Signs of Abuse in a Nursing Home</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 09:15:31 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Elderly abuse isn't something that people are always talking about, but it is a very serious problem. Learning the signs and symptoms of abuse can help you determine if someone you know and love is being abused and how to help.]]></description>
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<title>Caregiving Tips: How to Maintain Your Own Health When Caring for Someone With Dementia</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:57:24 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It's not easy being a caregiver to a loved one with Alzheimer's disease. Caregivers can easily jeopardize their own physical health and well being if they do not practice self-care. As your relationship changes with the patient, you have to adjust, plan ahead, practice acceptance and don't try to be super human. Here are some helpful tips and suggestions on how to provide care for the dementia patient as well as for yourself.]]></description>
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<title>Elderly Healthcare Issues and Suggested Solutions</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:29:41 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It is a well-known fact that elderly healthcare issues are more complex and more sensitive than those of normal young persons. As a person grows older, especially beyond 50, body organs start getting weaker with the passage of time. Thus, they become more vulnerable and prone to various diseases. Hence, extraordinary measures and care needs to be taken to prevent various health issues and complications.]]></description>
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<title>Four Ways Caregivers Make the Most of Medical Face Time</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:55:02 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Even the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have documented that providers are spending less time with patients in their offices, only an estimated 15 to 20 minutes. If you are a caregiver, you can help your elder or other special needs loved one make the most of their next office visit as well as their hospital stay where providers also may have limited time with each patient. As a geriatric care manager in this role, I always work to be well-prepared for a visit in any of these clinical settings and also to take careful notes that I can reference later when I am in care planning mode. Here are some ways that those of you who are caregivers can also be more effective care managers and care planners.]]></description>
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<title>Respite Care and Tips on Preventing Caregiver Burnout</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:09:31 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Respite care is also known as short-term care for an elderly, ill or handicapped individual providing relief or respite to the regular caregiver. When respite care is utilized on a regular basis it can help in preventing caregiver burnout and it is generally used in situations where the caregiver needs time away from the responsibility of caregiving.]]></description>
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<title>Medical Alert Systems Offer Comfort Inside and Outside the Home</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:06:59 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you or a loved one needs the assurance that medical alert systems can provide, you will find peace of mind once it is installed and activated. Knowing that help is at hand, summoned by the simple pressing of a button, gives both you and the care recipient comfort and reassurance.]]></description>
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<title>Get Peace of Mind With Protection From Medical Alarms</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 08:06:32 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Medical alarms are helping people the world over to live independent, worry-free lives in their own homes. Many elderly people, for example, may still be healthy enough to remain in their own homes, but are fearful of falling or suffering a medical episode such as a heart attack and not being able to summon help. For these seniors, medical alarms give them a valuable tool that can make it possible for them to enjoy their independence.]]></description>
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<title>Five Resources to Avoid Caregiver Burnout</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 19:53:26 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Caregiver burnout can be avoided if caregivers can give simply themselves permission to care for themselves. At the center of a lot of what can be done for the caregiver is a very simple philosophy: Don't try to do it all alone. The caregiver or someone close to the caregiver needs somebody to help make decisions, somebody to take over some of the workload, somebody to stand up for an elder or other individual with special needs or most of all somebody to counsel the caregiver on self-care.]]></description>
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<title>Hiring a Live-In Caregiver in Canada</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:34:54 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When searching for a live-in caregiver many seniors will apply to hire an individual from abroad that wants to work in Canada; the Government of Canada HRSDC page outlines all the specifics required by the applicant for a live-in caregiver. I'll capture some of the highlights and an overview of the process here. If you will be an employer of a live-in caregiver from abroad, your first step will be to make application to the Human Resources and Skills Development branch of Service Canada requesting a Labor Market Opinion and they will then assess the impact of employing...]]></description>
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<title>GPS for Dementia Patients</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:34:38 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[More than 5 million individuals in the US and 500,000 Canadians suffer from a form of dementia, and as the population ages an increase of 40% is expected within the next decade. Alzheimer's, the progressive brain disorder causing memory loss accounts for more than half of all dementia cases. Treatment can help to an extent to lessen the affects, but there is still no cure. Alzheimer's sufferers are slowly stripped of their independence as they become not just forgetful but genuinely disoriented and confused causing stress and anxiety to themselves and to loved ones and caregivers. It's not unusual for a person with Alzheimer's disease to believe they need to pick up the kids from school or are on their way to work, and this feeling of urgency may happen at any time of day or night. The Alzheimer's Association reports that six out of ten individuals with Alzheimer's wander away at some point.]]></description>
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<title>How to Approach a Person With Alzheimer's</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 15:52:11 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A person living with middle-stage Alzheimer's cannot make sense of the world as easily. Sometimes, the world makes sense, other times, the dark spots in the tile are seen as holes that must be filled. Included are five simple tips to approaching a person with moderate Alzheimer's.]]></description>
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<title>The Heart of Caregiving, A Guide to Joyful Caring</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:26:44 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Harness Your Passion and Healthy Caring: This uplifting and inspirational story takes you on a journey with one women of unconditional love, as she travels through the world of healthcare and education, in search of balance and focus. Sonia shares with a focused passion, the story of wisdom collected over twenty years as a caregiver, providing balance for all. Her passion for making things right shines through and has found it's way to balance and focus for caregivers.]]></description>
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<title>Some Advice When Caring For A Loved One</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:38:10 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA["I really don't have anyone that can help me. My son lives about 2 hours away and he comes home when he can. But, he has a full time job and his own life.]]></description>
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<title>Signs That Professional Care Is Needed for Your Elderly Loved One</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:37:20 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Family members who care for their elderly loved ones are often unsupported and ill equipped to handle the increasing needs of the elderly. There are numerous signs that indicate when the time has come to get professional assistance for your loved ones with Alzheimer's and dementia.]]></description>
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<title>Five Ways to Protect Your Older Heart</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:30:24 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Despite the fact that we hear a lot of news about cancer, cardiovascular disease is the number one killer in America today, accounting for just a bit over one-third of all deaths in the most recent reporting year. Cardiovascular disease disproportionately targets older adults. In 2007 - the most current year for which we have data - 251.2 of every 100,000 Americans died of cardiovascular disease. For men aged 75 to 84 years old, however, the rate was almost three times as high as it was for 55 to 64 year old men. For women, the rate for the older group was more than four times as great as for their younger counterparts. Family history and genetics certainly play a role in cardiovascular disease, but there are other factors that older adults and their caregivers can help to better manage.]]></description>
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<title>Nursing Homes and Elder Abuse</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:30:50 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Elder abuse is a severe problem and it needs to be corrected. Florida lawmakers are finally taking steps in that direction.]]></description>
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<title>Top Indicators Your Elder Family Member May Not Be Able Continue to Live Alone Any Longer</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 13:05:06 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[As your parents age, you are often forced to make difficult decisions about medical, financial or safety issues that you aren't prepared to make. This guide looks at the top indicators you should be "on the look out for" in considering whether your loved one can continue to live alone.]]></description>
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<title>What Is a Geriatric Care Manager?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2012 08:59:28 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[We have heard it said that it takes a village to raise a child. It also takes a village to care for our elders or others with special needs as well. When you look to the needs of elders or others with special needs whom you know, it's a great help to know what resources are available in your village. Most folks don't know where to turn when they are confronted with what is often a crisis... precipitated by a fall, by a stroke or an accident of some sort. This is where geriatric care managers (GCMs) can come in, but a lot of folks simply do not know what a GCM is.]]></description>
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<title>Learn From the Basics With the ACFI User Guide</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:01:15 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Every learning experience comes from the basic principles. Nobody learns directly from the complexities of things. For aged care facilities, there are a lot of things that needs to be learned. From the proper management of the facility, the welfare of the elderly residents, the training of the staff as well as income generation and funds allocation are all and more that you need to oversee.]]></description>
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<title>Elder Home Care Services For Your Senior Loved One</title>
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<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6846810</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:53:52 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Elder home care can be a great choice for seniors healthy enough to stay in their homes, but in need of some extra assistance with day to day tasks. Choosing the right home care service can be challenging, here are some guidelines.]]></description>
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<title>In Home Care Services Give Seniors Greater Choices For Their Health Care Needs</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:53:04 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If your senior loved one's frailty or forgetfulness makes living independently difficult, you have options other than assisted living or other senior care facilities. With home care services, your senior parents can receive 'round the clock' or part-time assistance to help them live life according to their needs.]]></description>
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<title>Home Health Care Agency Tips</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6846168</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6846168</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 10:53:30 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Getting home health care services is an investment. It would be something that your family would be considering for a long time. With this, you need to make sure that your care services are appropriate for the care recipient. You should also look at the other details of the agency when it comes to the professionals that they are hiring.]]></description>
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<title>The Benefits of Home Health Care</title>
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<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6846163</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 08:37:11 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[After a major surgery or serious injury, many elderly people are moved by their families into an assisted living or nursing home. Most people make this choice because it decreases the stress on support people and makes sure the proper care is being provided. Unfortunately, recovering in a new and often sterile environment can do more harm than good for a person recovering from a temporary or chronic illness.]]></description>
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<title>Take the Pressure Off Your Spine With a Reclining Chair</title>
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<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6848450</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 08:34:04 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[One of the most popular things to do for people who have just got home from work is put their feet up and relax in a comfortable chair. Unfortunately, as we get older, finding that much searched for comfort can become harder and harder. We begin to require more from our chairs than just a place to sit. Luckily, there is a solution to this problem, and one that might be much easier than you thought it would be.]]></description>
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<title>Choosing the Right Caregiver</title>
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<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6838284</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:08:58 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Selecting the right caregiver can be daunting and intimidating. Here are a few tips that may ease the process and boost your confidence!]]></description>
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<title>Steps You Should Take When Selecting a Home Caregiver</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 09:44:53 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When you set out to find in-home care for an elderly parent, you want to make sure that you select the best possible care available. There's no way you're going to want to just pick a number from the phone book and hire someone over the phone. First of all, you need to know the type of services and the amount of time you're expecting then consider your own schedule and how much time you have available to assist your parent yourself or to interview prospective caregivers. All of these criteria need to be met before you'll be in a position to hire someone to provide home care.]]></description>
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<title>Know the Five Signs of Stroke</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6832724</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6832724</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 08:29:55 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[More than 66,250 Americans will experience a stroke each year, and for three in four stroke victims it will not have been their first stroke. I am devoting some time to stroke in this blog, because strokes disproportionately affect older adults. Nearly three of every four strokes occur to individuals 65 years of age and older. The best thing you can do if you are a caregiver for an older adult is get them to emergency care as soon as possible after the first signs of a stroke. And, of course, the best way to be able to do that is to be able to recognize the five warning signs of the onset of a stroke.]]></description>
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<title>Avoiding the Hospital</title>
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<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6842553</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:31:41 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Elderly patients heal differently than younger folk. Surgery in the elderly is especially tricky. New studies show that nursing home patients stand the toughest time of recovering from surgery. Knowing these facts can save an elderly relative's life.]]></description>
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<title>Warning Signs of Financial Abuse of an Elder Family Member</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6841107</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6841107</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:24:13 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are many forms of abuse. One that is common for the elderly is financial.]]></description>
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<title>Technological Breakthroughs in Elder Care</title>
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<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6840779</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:15:01 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Technology can be used to help our elderly relatives. With sensors and computers placed within their homes, they can stay safer for longer while living in their own homes.]]></description>
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<title>Learn About Wonderful Retirement Home Accommodations</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6837216</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6837216</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:09:45 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This is certainly not the case, which is why many residents are very unhappy in the independent living community they have chosen or that their family has chosen for them. You should be able to choose your bed size or even choose to have a hospital bed in the room.]]></description>
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<title>Retirement Homes - Some Things to Look For</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6837211</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6837211</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:07:39 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The clients of an independent living residence depend on the staff to make sure they stay healthy, which is why the home should absolutely provide every resident with medication management. There are undoubtedly facilities in your area with this type of work ethic and approach to their business of caring for seniors.]]></description>
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<title>A Guide to Retirement Home Activities</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6837204</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6837204</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:05:34 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Make your senior part of the process if possible and they will receive the decision better and more than likely have a smooth transition. One of the things all senior care residents have in common is they all need transportation. As people age they depend more and more on physicians.]]></description>
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<title>About Elderly Medical Alarms</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6835261</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6835261</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jan 2012 08:20:22 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[As more and more men and women are living longer and longer lives these days due to improvements in medical practices, healthcare and pharmaceuticals, a new problem is developing that is causing anxiety for the families of these elderly individuals. With longer lives and the desire to remain independent, what is to be done to keep these people safe if they have accidents in their homes or apartments when they live alone?]]></description>
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<title>Setting Up a Medical Alert Service</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6841034</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6841034</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:41:23 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The prospect of living alone when elderly or experiencing a chronic illness can be rather daunting, and many people choose to invest in a medical alert service to help overcome this common challenge. Able to keep users in touch with a friendly source of immediate assistance, a medical alert service can nearly eliminate concern over being able to call for an ambulance or otherwise reach help when it's needed. Choosing a medical alert system and accompanying service wisely is a crucially important part of enjoying the maximum benefit of these safety and security measures, but once a sound purchasing decision...]]></description>
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<title>The Power of Protection: When a Medical Alarm and GPS Tracking Combine</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:38:39 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Advances in equipment and services geared towards safety and security are helping people keep themselves and their properties protected, and both medical alarm systems and GPS tracking technology represent key steps in positive technological development. Medical alarm systems are widely used by the elderly and those who suffer from serious illnesses or disabilities to ensure that access to emergency medical services can always be reached. GPS tracking is an important feature of various devices and systems that help keep track of people and of cars and other mobile possessions to enhance security and deliver greater control.]]></description>
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<title>Wearing a Medical Alert Button for Protection</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6841019</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6841019</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:36:54 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In the midst of a medical emergency, being able to access help by placing a phone call or alerting neighbors is of central importance. Yet for some people, this basic necessity may be unattainable, leading to unnecessary complications or even death. People who are elderly or who are at a high risk of debilitating injuries or medical episodes may find that getting to a phone or calling out for help is extraordinarily difficult or impossible.]]></description>
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<title>What Laughing With My Grandmother Has Taught Me</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6833388</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6833388</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:04:51 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When I was a child my grandmother, now 94 years old, taught me how treat others. Not by telling me what was right or wrong, but by watching her interact with people of all ages! She would talk to and carry on with people the same way no matter what their age was.]]></description>
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<title>The Need for Human Touch</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6832484</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6832484</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:21:19 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[We forget that the elderly need to be touched in kind and loving ways. Holding someone's hand helps to fee the soul. Ask any elderly person what he/she misses the most and almost always the answer is...a hand to hold. Many elderly people have lost their spouses and feel alone inside. What can you do to help alleviate the sadness?]]></description>
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<title>Don't Do Caregiving Alone!</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6832404</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6832404</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:29:54 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you are a family caregiver, chances are good that one of your biggest frustrations is a lack of time and help from others. You cannot nor should you do caregiving alone. Finding ways to create more balance in your life is key to your success and survival.]]></description>
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<title>Daily Dressing With a Dementia Patient</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6831041</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6831041</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 11:38:51 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Getting your mother or father dressed can be a pretty stressful daily event. That is, until you develop a routine. A routine helps you deal with the idea that you're dressing a parent and helps them keep some of their dignity.]]></description>
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<title>What Are The Costs Involved in Home Health Care?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6837500</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6837500</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:22:47 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Home health care has become a preferred method of caring for elderly people in our society. It fulfills the needs of both the individual who is able to remain in their own familiar surroundings and of health insurance providers who don't have to pick up the higher costs of a nursing facility. There are, however, some initial costs involved in making a person's home ready for home care. This article is going to investigate some of these costs and possible ways to finance them.]]></description>
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<title>Home Alterations - Seeking To Create Independence for Seniors and Handicap</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6832344</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6832344</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:52:25 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Independent living is a must for many seniors and physically challenged individuals. When you are using a wheelchair to access a home or vehicle that is not designed for those purposes the challenges may be a bit overwhelming. It is important that individuals build and put in place wheelchair access points with the use of ramps or lifts to ensure access for wheelchair users.]]></description>
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<title>Grandma's Drug Problem</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6831313</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6831313</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2012 11:58:58 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is everywhere within mainstream medicine these days. It is used by itself for fever, it is used for muscle ache or other pain, it is in combination with other medicines for flu, moderate to severe pain, cold symptoms or even insomnia. A person can have too much of this good thing. Historically, patients have been cautioned not to exceed 4,000 mg of acetaminophen a day as there is a potential for liver failure, but some doctors say that the number should be closer to 3,000 mgs, especially for older patients. That may sound like a number impossible to reach, but acetaminophen is in so many medications and the cumulative dose can really begin to add up. Read on and then do the math. Pain killers start with as much as 500mg.]]></description>
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<title>Nursing Homes: Elder Abuse On The Rise - One Way To Protect Your Parents</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6836144</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6836144</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 24 Jan 2012 11:11:02 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A study not long ago showed that 60% of all nursing homes had some kind of elder abuse. Can you imagine what goes on in home healthcare? That's why some states have legalized the use of hidden cameras and spy cameras in long-term care facilities and nursing homes. And to be honest, it's about the only way that elder abuse can be caught.]]></description>
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<title>How to Use a Medical Alert System</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6836111</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6836111</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 17:03:56 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Feeling vulnerable to sudden medical emergencies can put great strain on a person as well as on their families. From elderly parents to sick relatives and beyond, there are many people that may be especially susceptible to issues such as falls, heart attacks, seizures, and other medical concerns, and caregivers may feel as though they have to provide constant monitoring in order to ensure such a person's safety. With the help of the modern medical alert system, however, it's possible to lead a normal life without excessive worry over potential medical problems.]]></description>
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<title>Finding Ways to Finance Senior Nursing Care</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6834995</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6834995</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 15:28:56 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It's no secret that the huge baby boom generation is rapidly approaching its retirement years. In addition, the recession and high unemployment rates of the last few years have rendered many of them less financially secure than they had originally planned to be. Now they are facing retirement with reduced savings and the possibility of cuts in social security and medicare, and they're nervous about what they're going to do should a time come when they need outside help in caring for their own needs.]]></description>
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<title>Mobility Support for Seniors</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6828512</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6828512</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 15:01:04 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Mobility aids and supports are assistive technologies that help seniors remain active and live their lives with as little disruption as possible. A variety of pictures come to mind with the mention of the phrase 'mobility aid' or 'mobility support' but the simplest definition is that a mobility aid is a tool that can make life easier.]]></description>
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<title>Live-In Care: A Better Choice</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6833220</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6833220</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:47:29 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you aren't in a situation where you can take care of a loved one, you might consider the option of having live-in care. This basically means that instead of sending your parent or grandparent off to a nursing home, you have the nursing home come to you, which in many cases is the best answer for everyone involved.]]></description>
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<title>Companion Care: Friends In Need</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6833218</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6833218</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:47:16 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Companion care is a viable alternative to more clinical methods that are often used to care for the elderly that often miss the point of having good health at all. Companion care keeps that in mind, as they make sure to focus on the emotional, social and mental well-being of their patients as well.]]></description>
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<title>Senior Home Care: When It Comes Time</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6833215</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6833215</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:45:40 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There is a chance that senior home care will be your best option when it comes time to decide what to do about the elderly ones that you love. Consider that they will get the medical care and the companionship that they need without stressing you out, all in the comfort of their own home.]]></description>
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<title>Senior Home Care: Taking Care of Business</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6833213</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6833213</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:45:29 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In the current changing world of medical care, it's sometimes difficult to decide what your best option is for elderly patients, but senior home care is definitely something that you should consider. If the thought of taking care of your parents or sending them to a home stresses you out, there are alternatives.]]></description>
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<title>Home Health Care: A Different Type of Choice</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6833211</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6833211</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:44:42 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you are in a situation where you may have to put a loved one in a hospital or nursing home, think twice before doing that and consider of home health care is an option that you might want to consider. It's essentially the best way to combine treatment and familiarity of environment when dealing with a patient.]]></description>
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<title>Home Health Care: Staying Safe</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6833209</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6833209</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 12:42:38 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you've ever wondered what your options are instead of expensive hospitals or nursing facilities, then you should consider home health care. There are many agencies around the country that provide services of this type, and often they are less expensive, more convenient, and just as helpful as treatments that you would receive in more clinical environments.]]></description>
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<title>Home Safety For Aging In Place</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6832343</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6832343</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 10:40:25 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The concept of aging makes many of us think about losing independence and moving to reliance on others. This is no longer the case with increased age in place modifications to provide home safety for seniors and limited mobility, disabled, individuals. Although nursing homes still exist it is not the idea that first flashes into the mind of aging seniors.]]></description>
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<title>Two More Ways to Make Elders' Homes Safer</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6823261</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6823261</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 13:08:09 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are two fundamental laws regarding the places we call home, and these are no less true for older adults than they are for the rest of us. One, we accumulate stuff. Two, we tend to keep home the way it has always been. Check out how you can help an older adult for whom you care to protect their home and themselves from these potential hazards.]]></description>
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<title>Elder Care - When to Call in Professional Help</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6816147</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6816147</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 10:45:08 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Let's face it caring for an aging parent can be overwhelming, stressful and downright tiring. Many baby boomers are now finding themselves in the role of caregiver when it comes to an aging parent. The first instinct of any adult child is to jump right in and do whatever they can to help mom or dad.]]></description>
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<title>The Best Place to Spend Your Retirement Years</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6821048</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6821048</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2012 10:28:32 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Are you currently seeking for the very best place to invest your retirement many years? Decide on the ideal neighborhood for which will suit your demands. Retirement communities in Long Island provide numerous assisted amenities for various actions.]]></description>
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<title>Get the Right Figures With ACFI</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6824389</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6824389</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:08:24 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Aged care facilities are known all over the world, these becomes the second home of our elderly. Have you ever wondered how these facilities are run? Are they merely funded organizations or do they come up with means of raising funds themselves? There lie a lot of questions, yet these questions go unnoticed and are even taken for granted.]]></description>
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<title>Domestic Help For The Elderly During The Season Of Austerity</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6823285</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6823285</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:11:20 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In these times of government service level cut-backs, the elderly and those with mobility impairment have found themselves devoid of the care that had been historically provided. Funding cuts have been savage across the UK with home-help bearing the brunt of these cuts. In some cases, a local council has continued to provide care for the most severe cases of need but in truth, the levels, assessed on a means-test basis, have proved inadequate in identifying all those in need.]]></description>
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<title>Aging at Home With Assistive Technologies - What's New in 2012</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6822890</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6822890</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:02:54 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[These are exciting times! As technology advances the health care industry continues to benefit and the area of senior care is no exception. As the option to age at home is a more desired option by many seniors, than retiring to a care facility, developments in technology are making it more feasible for the elderly to remain in their homes. Here are some of the advancements and trends in technology that will benefit senior care in the new year.]]></description>
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<title>Emergency Response Mechanisms Contribute To Care Giving For Elderly Folks</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6819666</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6819666</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 13:56:47 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The numbers of senior citizens, who meet unexpected accidents inside their homes increase, continue to increase at an alarming rate annually. Latest statistics reveal that unpremeditated falls is one of the major causes of loss of life among Americans beyond the age of 65. In fact, it was recorded that more than 50 percent of these accidents take place inside the homes of old people.]]></description>
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<title>When It's Time for a Parent to Move</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6822835</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6822835</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 11:18:18 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When your elderly parent is ready to move out of their house, you can be a great help. Knowing your options and how they will affect your parent is important. These few tips might help.]]></description>
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<title>Making Your Senior Years the Best Years of Your Life</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6813341</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/6813341</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:59:37 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[To improve your mental attitude hang out with people who are happy and active. It's worth it to change your outlook on life after retirement. If your attitude says you will get the best from life as a senior, you will experience just that. In fact, your senior years may end up being the best years of your life!]]></description>
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<title>Caring For a Loved One Suffering From Alzheimer's Disease</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/6820818</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 13:04:35 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Alzheimer's is a common disease in the elderly population. Taking care of a loved one suffering from Alzheimer's can be a challenging task. It's important to have a long term plan in order to provide the care necessary to maintain the quality of life for a loved one. When family caregivers are no longer able to handle the care of their loved ones by themselves, it's time to seek professional help.]]></description>
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<title>Why TENA Incontinence Supplies Are Suitable For All Ages</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 09:28:18 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[One of the first steps that anyone should take when they begin experiencing incontinence is to seek out a medical evaluation. You should never assume that incontinence is normal. Most incontinence is caused by an underlying medical issue so it becomes very important to seek out a diagnosis and treatment.]]></description>
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<title>Why Tranquility Incontinence Products Are Suitable For All Ages</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 09:27:49 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[One of the most challenging decisions for anyone who has been diagnosed with incontinence is finding the right supplies for their needs. There are so many choices available it can literally be difficult to narrow down the choices. However, with some time and research you can find the right incontinence products to help you manage your incontinence.]]></description>
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<title>Tranquility Diapers - Things Everyone Should Know About Adult Diapers</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 08:39:08 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many people feel overwhelmed and unable to decide where to start managing their incontinence when they first begin experiencing symptoms. They often let their fear and embarrassment keep them from choosing management strategies that will help ease the burden of dealing with incontinence. This is especially true when it comes to choosing an incontinence undergarment.]]></description>
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<title>Medical Care Discussions With Parents</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 08:12:24 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[You want the best for your aging relative you love so much. How should you bring up the touchy subject of receiving medical or non-medical home care?]]></description>
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<title>Five Ways to Avoid the Caregiver Blues</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2012 08:09:47 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Caregiving has some obvious costs in time, money and other resources, but one cost that does not get enough attention is the toll it can take in the form of caregiver depression. As a geriatric care manager, one of my principal points of contact is the member of the family who has been delegated or who has defaulted into the role of caregiver for an older adult or other person with special needs. And while we are all about the business of planning for the older parent, it also is critical to address the individual who is providing the care. The sad irony is that the caregiver feels guilty about even talking about the dark cloud that seems to be hanging over them, guilty that they do not feel the fulfillment of taking care of the parent who once took care of them.]]></description>
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<title>Senior Living Can Be Fun</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2012 13:05:44 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Senior living is a term that makes many middle-aged people cringe. The thought of living in one of these centers is not a good one for many.]]></description>
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<title>What Are Some Good Ways to Tell My Family I Will Be Putting Them in Assisted Living?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2012 11:59:54 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you are now faced with the difficulty of putting one of your loved ones in assisted living you may be asking yourself what the best way to tell them is. You are probably worried that they will feel less loved by you or feel like you are abandoning them. You may also worry about them giving up on life once they have moved into an assisted living community.]]></description>
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<title>How To Give Terminal Care To A Dying Parent</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 15:58:08 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Usually, as children we reconcile to the fact that sooner or later we will have to care for our parents because of deteriorating health and age. However, when your parent is diagnosed with a terminal illness, it can be devastating for you. Giving terminal care to a dying parent is not easy. Usually, this type of care is given when the life expectancy is less than 6 months.]]></description>
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<title>Comprehensive Referral Services As an Investment in Your Overall Productivity</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2012 09:33:12 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Everyone has career development plans, inspiring dreams to accomplish and talents to develop and materialize. Frequently, however, we are forced to do work that does not utilize our skills and expertise in certain areas, because of its urgent or sensitive nature. The need to take care of small, routine daily activities consumes much of your spare time that you could use for your self improvement or career building plans.]]></description>
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