Archive for April 2018
Applying for Social Security on Behalf of Someone Else
More at… https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/answers/info-2017/apply-for-social-security-disability.html How do I apply for Social Security disability for another person? … If the social security applicant is fully retired and has a documented disabling medical condition, there are two ways to apply…. Read More
Read MoreYour Many Identities: Looking for Your "Self" in Writing – The Page Listens
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In addition to “caregiver,” what might you be called? How do all of these identities contribute to your perspective? http://www.thecaregiverspace.org/thepagelistens…. Read More
Read MoreAlzheimer's Amyloid Hypothesis Swirling in Controversy
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Animation & audio: public domain, U.S. NIH) Titles & article by AlzheimerWeekly.com: http://www.alzheimersweekly.com/2015/05/controversy-swirls-around-alzheimers.html In 1984, the “Amyloid…… Read More
Read MoreCitalopram Fights Agitation In Alzheimer's
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The antidepressant drug citalopram, also sold under the brand names Celexa and Cipramil, significantly relieved agitation in Alzheimer’s. Learn about the benefits and side-effects…. Read More
Read MoreRonald Reagan Alzheimer's Letter
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Nov. 5 1994 My Fellow Americans, I have recently been told that I am one of the Americans who will be afflicted with Alzheimer’s Disease. Upon learning this news, Nancy & I had to decide…… Read More
Read MoreNavigating the Shifting Terrain of Long-Term Care Insurance
More at… http://thecaregiverspace.org/navigating-the-shifting-terrain-of-long-term-care-insurance/ If you’re like most people, you probably hope to live in your home in good health without assistance as you age. However, a majority of older adults won’t be able to get by without some assistance due to chronic illness and cognitive or mobility issues. According to the U.S. Department of Healt… Read More
Read MoreBoopah Had A Stroke, You Know
More at… http://thecaregiverspace.org/boopah-had-a-stroke-you-know/ Their first ever hospital visit and the two little boys, ages five and eight, were ushered into Boopah’s room to view him lying in bed: barely able to walk or speak after suffering a series of strokes. As I studied their faces, trying to discern just what might be going on in their heads, my [R… Read More
Read MoreFamily History, Genetics & Alzheimer's Risk
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The #1 risk factor for Alzheimer’s is age. How do family history and genetics come into play? Watch Harvard’s Dr. Rudy Tanzi. (This video was made by the Discovery Channel, but did not play…… Read More
Read MoreUnderstanding Heartbeat – PhysEd for Caregivers
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What important information is your heartbeat telling you? When is your heart rate in the danger zone? https://new.livestream.com/caregivertv/heartbeat This week, you’ll get the answers to those…… Read More
Read MoreMind Over Body: A Psychiatrist Tells How To Tap Into Wisdom And Grow With Age
More at… http://thecaregiverspace.org/mind-over-body-a-psychiatrist-tells-how-to-tap-into-wisdom-and-grow-with-age/ We’ve all seen it happen: An older friend or family member retires, is diagnosed with a serious illness or loses a spouse. Suddenly, this individual’s world is altered, sometimes seemingly beyond recognition. He has reached a fork in the road; will he get stuck or find a way to regroup and move … Read More
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