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Elder CareTips
Every now and then we post these short tips, techniques or strategies about caring for an aging adult. The tips are short, to the point, and cover a wide range of subjects that really don't lend themselves to full articles.
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Seniors and the Laundry
Who would imagine that getting the laundry to the washing machine could be so dangerous, but it is. A drooping sheet corner is just a stumble waiting to happen. And who can see the darned cat when pee . . . keep reading
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Mirrors and Dementia
Quite often those with dementia lose the ability to differentiate between what they see in the mirror (themselves or you) and reality. What they see in the mirror is another person . . . or even a cro . . . keep reading
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Helping a Senior Get Up and Down
Does your elder's toilet sit inches away from the tub or shower, with no available wall to put a sturdy grab bar? Is he or she a little wobbly on getting in and out of bed, but certainly not ready for . . . keep reading
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Safer Stairs
Put on your slick leather-soled dress shoes and walk down the carpeted stairs next time you're in your parents' house. You have to be extra careful that your foot doesn't slip down off the rounded edg . . . keep reading
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Power Lift Chairs
Recliner chairs are wonderful things for people who like or need to get their feet up. Unfortunately, getting out of one is not always easy, even for younger people (ever tried it when pregnant?!) . . . keep reading
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Every Adult Should Start This Now
Get your legal affairs in order now, no matter how young or old you may be. This would seem to be common-sense, but it is something that we often put off until too late. If you . . . keep reading
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Therapeutic Footwear For Diabetics
Although most specialist physicians are aware that under certain conditions Medicare will cover the cost of diabetic footwear, not all primary care physicians know about this benefit. Be sure to talk with the doctor before purchasing prescription shoes or inserts. You or your elder could save substantially, as these things are not inexpensive. . . . keep reading
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Drinking and Hand Tremors
If you are caring for someone with hand tremors you know how hard it can be to drink from a cup or a glass without splashing or spilling. You can help them keep their dignity and their i . . . keep reading
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Paying A Deceased Person's Bills
Some people prey on the relatives of a deceased person whose name they have found in the obituary column. The deceased person's family receives authentic-looking bills, usually for relat . . . keep reading
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