Caregiving Issues

World's Oldest Woman Dies at Age 115

Imagine living to be 115 - the world's oldest person just passed away on Friday.

posted @ Monday, January 05, 2009 8:20 AM | Feedback (1)

A Caregiver

Ask you senior family members what their wishes are for care, should the need arise, so this will not be added to the list of emergencies should a medical emergency arise.

posted @ Sunday, January 04, 2009 6:45 PM | Feedback (0)

Caregiving Vitamins

While you are monitoring medications for others, as a caregiver, don't forget to take the time to find out which vitamin supplements would be right for you, too.

posted @ Friday, January 02, 2009 9:28 PM | Feedback (1)

Gene Impacting Risk for High Blood Pressure Discovered

Researchers have discovered a gene which may impact high blood pressure and could lead to better medications for those with high blood pressure.

posted @ Tuesday, December 30, 2008 8:28 AM | Feedback (0)

NFL Begins to Help Former Players with Dementia

Because of the effort's of former NFL player John Mackey's wife, the NFL now provides for long-term care for former players and has joined with the player's union to support those suffering from dementia.

posted @ Monday, December 29, 2008 11:22 AM | Feedback (1)

Quality Hiring Practices for Caregivers

In "Catch Me if You Can", Frank Abagnale tells the story of his youthful career as an imposter and forger. His book "The Art of the Steal" provides fascinating facts on how to avoid scams and hire honest employees.

posted @ Friday, December 26, 2008 9:52 AM | Feedback (1)

Peter Falk's Daughter Says He Has Alzheimer's

The actor's daugher is seeking conservatorship for her father to provide for his care needs after his diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease.

posted @ Tuesday, December 23, 2008 12:31 AM | Feedback (1)

Cold Sore Virus Linked to Alzheimer's Disease

A new study indicates that the same virus found in cold sores is also present in many of those with Alzheimer's Disease. This discovery could lead to new treatments for Alzheimer's Disease.

posted @ Tuesday, December 16, 2008 8:33 AM | Feedback (0)

Connect Seniors with DO NOT CALL LIST

Protect your senior loved ones from telemarketing calls by adding their phone number to the "do not call" list.

posted @ Tuesday, December 09, 2008 10:55 PM | Feedback (0)

Evaluating Nursing Homes

When considering a nursing home stay, even for a short stay for rehabilitation, learn more about their quality of care. State inspection results are only reported every 15 months and do not provide a full story.

posted @ Wednesday, December 03, 2008 6:45 PM | Feedback (2)

President-Elect Obama's Positions on Health Care Reform

Now that the election is over, take a look at the new president's position on health care.

posted @ Sunday, November 30, 2008 10:35 AM | Feedback (0)

Mini-Mental Exam Can Detect Memory Loss

The mini-mental exam offers an easy way to identify real signs of memory loss.

posted @ Wednesday, November 19, 2008 8:28 PM | Feedback (0)

Finding Quality Senior Care Products

You can now find a guide to quality senior products on the FTC's website and avoid those products which have been reported as frauds or scams.

posted @ Tuesday, November 18, 2008 11:50 AM | Feedback (1)

10 Signs of Alzheimer's Disease

There are various types of memory loss but Alzheimer's Disease presents special challenges and identifying it early can be helpful for the senior and their loved ones.

posted @ Tuesday, November 11, 2008 10:12 PM | Feedback (1)

Obama's Grandmother Passes

News of Barack Obama's grandmother passing just a day before the election brings sadness we can all relate to when losing a loved one.

posted @ Tuesday, November 04, 2008 8:00 AM | Feedback (1)

Advantages of a Senior Home Care Agency

Senior Home Care agencies offer professional caregiving services which provide the added benefit of protecting the senior from theft and dishonest caregivers while delivering a managed care plan with appropriately trained staff. If a Senior Home Care Agency had been providing the care services, the California caregiver convicted of stealing $304,000 from her client on Friday would not have been named the senior's power of attorney nor had access to the senior's bank accounts.

posted @ Monday, October 27, 2008 12:34 PM | Feedback (3)