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December 23rd Eldercare Blog Carnival
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- Posted on Dec. 23rd, 2009
Welcome to this week’s EldercareABC Blog Carnival Alvaro Fernandez presents Michael Merzenich on Brain Training, Assessments, and Personal Brain Trainers posted at SharpBrains, saying, “Here’s a stimulating interview with brain scientist Michael Merzenich. Who will be the “personal brain trainers” of the future?”
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Getting Paid for Family Caregiving
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- Posted on Dec. 22nd, 2009
by Joy Loverde I received so many emails from people who are seeking ways to be paid for family caregiving that I felt it was important to offer some of the strategies from my book, The Complete Eldercare Planner. To begin, first review your own financial situation. This is an important step in the process. [...]
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Top Ten 2009 EldercareABC Posts by Kim Thies
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- Posted on Dec. 21st, 2009
by Kim Thies Why do I Need an Elder Law Attorney? Attorney. Unless you are one, chances are your skin creeps when you consider hiring one, or yet another, legal professional to represent your interests. After all, you have drafted a will. Caregiving to the Worlds Worst Patient You know who he is. That old [...]
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How to Cope With Grief During the Holidays
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- Posted on Dec. 20th, 2009
By JoAnne Funch The holiday season is a joyous time for most, but those who have experienced a loss, this usually festive time of the year can be a painful reminder that your loved one is no longer around. You wonder how will you cope with grief? Everyone experiences loss of those they love, but [...]
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Senior Care – Holiday Tips For Family Caregivers
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- Posted on Dec. 19th, 2009
By Murphy Ortiz The holidays can be joyful and exciting. It’s a time for family and friends to gather and share holiday traditions. The holidays can also be a time of added stress. Juggling work and family obligations while trying to accomplish all of the holiday preparations such as shopping, baking, wrapping etc. can be [...]
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Top Ten 2009 EldercareABC Posts by Carrie Hill , PhD
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- Posted on Dec. 18th, 2009
By Carrrie Hill, PhD Receiving a Dignified Diagnosis in Geriatric Care If you are caring for parents and you are concerned about the possibility of Alzheimer’s disease, seeking geriatric care that results in an accurate diagnosis is paramount. Smart Homes Could Revolutionize Eldercare I just read an intriguing article about “Smart Homes,” a new idea [...]
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Eldercare Questions and Insights
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- Posted on Dec. 17th, 2009
by Joy Loverde As the author of The Complete Eldercare Planner and online elder care columnist geared toward people who are caring for aging parents, I’ve been asked some interesting questions. The depth of where our caregiving journeys will lead us never ceases to amaze me. This blog offers insights into the complex elder care [...]
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December 16th, 2009 EldercareABC Blog Carnival
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- Posted on Dec. 16th, 2009
Welcome to the December 16, 2009 Edition of the EldercareABC Blog Carnival Derrick Grant presents Social Security Office Launches a New Online Retirement Benefit Estimate Calculator posted at ElderGuru.com. Gin G. presents No Voice Alerts posted at Sense Scribe, saying, “Learning to extend and practice home safety for our family members. Read more.”
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