Category Archives: elders

Guest Post: Recognizing Early Symptoms of Degenerative Eye Diseases

Posted on May 14, 2013 by

As we age our eyes tend to become less efficient and more prone to degenerative diseases. One in 6 adults over the age of 45 will experience some sort sight-threatening problem, the three most common degenerative eye diseases being Glaucoma, … Continue reading →

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Aging and Hearing Loss – Guest Post by Gary Hill

Posted on April 18, 2013 by

Age related hearing loss is a natural and gradual demise in hearing ability that affects individuals from as early as in their mid 40s, but far more common in the over 65s. If you care for an elderly person, it … Continue reading →

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Guest Blog: Jump to it – How Certain Exercises Help Prevent Falls in the Elderly

Posted on October 4, 2012 by

By Sarah Jennings When it comes to ailments that afflict our golden generation, accidental falls rank right up there with heart attacks and strokes in terms of both frequency and severity.  Falls amongst the elderly are a significant public health … Continue reading →

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It Was Right in Front of Me in Black and White

Posted on September 17, 2012 by

As a national speaker I have presented to hundreds of family caregivers throughout the country.  In each presentation I highlight how, as caregivers, we can become task masters; focused on our to-do list more than the people around us.  I … Continue reading →

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Permission to Fail

Posted on August 20, 2012 by

The other day I was part of an expert panel discussion on “How to care for yourself while caregiving” through WEGO Health and one of the other panelist, Ben Murphy (@athletdad) shared a great point.  He said that one of … Continue reading →

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Creative Communication

Posted on August 1, 2012 by

A friend of mine shared his communication challenges with his wife who has undergone several surgeries, rounds of chemo and radiation for brain tumors.  Since the treatments she has been suffering from aphasia, causing her trouble finding words, as well … Continue reading →

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Family Vs. Stuff

Posted on July 16, 2012 by

Recently an acquaintance of mine, Joe, shared that he was “stuck” in his grief. Upon asking some probing questions I found out that shortly before her death his mother gave some jewelry, which Joe referred to as “family heirlooms”, to … Continue reading →

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Having a Heat Wave

Posted on June 28, 2012 by

Summertime tips for Caregivers Seniors are especially at risk in high heat situations. Large stretches of the USA are experiencing extreme temperatures. Here are some summer heat tips for helping elderly loved ones avoid heat stroke or heat exhaustion Encourage … Continue reading →

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Managing Difficult Conversations

Posted on June 27, 2012 by

Last year one of my family members, due to a prescription happy physician, was on several medications that had changed her personality from friendly to flat, as well as challenged her decision-making skills leading  to 2 car accidents (she had … Continue reading →

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Stop Shoulding On Your Family

Posted on June 6, 2012 by

In the internet age we have immediate access to information that can help increase our brain function, manage health issues and decrease risk for increasing health problems.  Sharing this information with those we love can be helpful in making a … Continue reading →

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Pro-Active vs. Re-Active Caregiving

Posted on May 24, 2012 by

What does pro-active caregiving look like and what steps can we take to help those that we love make decisions about their future care?  Watch this video for some simple tips…

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Eternally 12 Syndrome

Posted on May 14, 2012 by

My friend Colleen and I are both national speakers on issues related to caregiving and aging. While in Washington D.C. to speak at the Aging In America conference we shared a similar challenge in our family dynamics. Though both of … Continue reading →

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Check out my YouTube Channel

Posted on February 2, 2012 by

Enjoy video’s and support information via YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/aginginfousa

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Suggested Alternatives for Time Magazine’s “Person of the Year”

Posted on December 16, 2011 by

I usually don’t pay that much attention to Time Magazines Person of the Year because I’ve noticed over the years that they have transitioned from honoring people who made a difference to people who have gotten a lot of news … Continue reading →

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Social Media and Caregiving Communication

Posted on December 12, 2011 by

Caregiver communication to update family members on outcomes of a doctor’s appointment, test result or just the day to day tasks and challenges related to family caregiving can be daunting. Social media sites can assist caregivers to share updates about … Continue reading →

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