Tag Archives: eldercare

Don’t Panic

Posted on May 10, 2013 by

It was 8:15am when the call came.  My Aunt’s caregiver was calling to tell me my Aunt had fallen and 911 was called.  I quickly got dressed and headed to the hospital.  Pulling out of the driveway while searching my … Continue reading →

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To Serve and Protect

Posted on April 22, 2013 by

Just like becoming a member of the US military is a choice, so is it a choice to care for an elderly loved one.  Once that choice is made, you then have a duty serve and protect those you love, … Continue reading →

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CaregiverLife Radio – Music Therapy

Posted on February 14, 2013 by

Join me today from 10-11am (CST) for CaregiverLife Radio My guest: MARY ELLEN HEELAN Mary Ellen Heelan, a native of Downers Grove,Illinois has had an eclectic career, starting out as a Social Studies teacher in Oklahoma and Virginia; then moving into … Continue reading →

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CaregiverLife Radio – Planning for Your Future

Posted on January 24, 2013 by

Click the link to Listen Live today at 10:am or download later Guest: Paul Petrillo About Paul: Paul has 20 years of experience as a financial consultant.  He has completed advanced education and   licensing requirements. He can provide comprehensive, customized … Continue reading →

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CaregiverLife Radio -When Mom Needs to Move

Posted on January 22, 2013 by

Click Link to listen to this episode of CaregiverLife Radio Guest: Mario Bilotas About Mario: Since 2002 Mario Bilotas has been an active full time Real Estate Broker of Four Daughters Real Estate, an independent boutique firm in located in the … Continue reading →

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CaregiverLife Radio with Guest Fran Piekarski How to Care for Yourself while Managing the Care of Others – Sharing tips to help listeners take care of themselves, decrease stress and enjoy the time they spend with those they love and … Continue reading →

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Drive By Advice

Posted on November 14, 2012 by

At an event for business owners, a friend of mine used the term “drive by advice” in describing how, when starting a business it seems like everyone (even those who have never owned a business) want to give us advice … Continue reading →

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Honesty and Empowerment

Posted on October 22, 2012 by

We’ve all heard the phrase “honesty is the best policy” and, for the most part, it’s true.  Now there are certain exceptions to this rule, for example if your spouse asks you if her pants make her look fat, I … Continue reading →

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Fall is Here…Let the Chaos Begin!

Posted on September 21, 2012 by

Summer is usually a slower time for most of us.  Though it may seem like there is a lot going on, it is mostly fun focused activities.  The weather is nice and the days are long. The summer is a … Continue reading →

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Guest Blog: Safeguarding Your Loved One’s Home

Posted on August 23, 2012 by

By Julie Davis, Chief Content Officer, http://www.parentgiving.com Whether living at home, living with a family member or living in a senior residence, for seniors home safety is a top priority, both to increase independence and prevent a life-threatening fall and … Continue reading →

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What You Need to Know about Paying for Mom’s Care

Posted on July 5, 2012 by

I recently read an article about little known laws that could be a colossal issue for family caregivers.  These statutes are known as filial responsibility laws and are on the books in many states holding adult children, at least on … 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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Surprise! Mom got Old

Posted on May 13, 2012 by

It still amazes me how many people I have met over my 20 year career seem genuinely surprised that their parents got old. Especially since the alternative to getting old would be death (not trying to be crass, it’s just … Continue reading →

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Guest Post: BECOME A PARTNER WITH YOUR PHYSICIAN

Posted on May 11, 2012 by

When I worked in hospitals, I noticed many patients had trouble becoming an active participant in their healthcare, for various reasons. To address this concern, I spoke to Dr. Nancy Snyderman, Chief Medical Editor of NBC News and my colleague … Continue reading →

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Guest Blog:How to Ease the Transition to Assisted Living

Posted on January 27, 2012 by

If your loved one is considering moving into an assisted living situation of some sort, you’re likely have a lot of concerns about the type of conditions they will encounter.  They may have some reservations when it comes to counting … Continue reading →

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