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Mobility Articles for Caregivers
Aging in Place: A Real Choice
Consumers who plan to age in place should take proactive steps to modify their homes while they are still financially and physically able.
Caring for the Paralyzed
Shock and disbelief are probably the most common reactions immediately following the diagnosis of paralysis. Adjustment takes time for the caregiver, their loved one, family and friends.
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5 Wheelchair Van Shopping Tips for Caregivers
If you’re the caregiver for an individual who uses a wheelchair, owning a wheelchair accessible van is helpful and can be more affordable with these tips.
Chris Schmidt
Steps to Help Seniors See the Need for Home Modifications
There are questions caregivers face on a daily basis. How do we balance between too much and too little care? How do we balance what we think needs to be done with what might be most helpful?
Keeping the Bathroom Safe for Elderly Seniors
The bathroom is routinely cited as the most dangerous room in the house for seniors. Countless slips and falls occur in the bathroom, causing a difficult (and sometimes embarrassing) situation for families.
Avoiding Mistakes when Buying a Power Lift Chair Recliner
If getting up and down from a sofa or chair is not as simple as it used to be for your loved one, buying a power lift chair may be the right move as they are relatively inexpensive for the benefits they provide.
Nathaniel Washington Story
One man’s inspirational account of his personal struggle to cope with and overcome the obstacles of living with a spinal cord injury to lead a productive life in his community.
Home Elevators Supporting a Caregiver Environment
In-home non-medical care can immediately enhance lifestyle, improve independence and take pressure off the main caregiver.
Holiday Visits: Great Time to See if Mom Needs Assistive Aids
If you don’t live near your aging parents, holiday visits are a great time to observe your parents’ behaviors and physical capabilities to see if they need more help performing daily activities.
A Caregiver’s Gift
My husband Marty has to take a combination of eight different drugs seven times a day; this is in addition to routine vitamins. Each morning, I set them up in a pillbox so that there is no confusion about the schedule.
Charting Your Course with Parkinson's Disease Care
Caring for a loved one with Parkinson’s disease at home present an unpredictable course and caregivers must continually seek solutions and a positive direction for the care they provide.
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Caring for an Ailing Spouse with Parkinson’s
The choice to provide care at home marks an important change affecting the lives of both partners. If you choose to be the primary caregiver for your spouse, you will find it is one of the most demanding tasks you’ve ever tackled.
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Wrestling with Care
Caregiving in America is in great demand, from adult foster home owners offering familiar surroundings, to assisted living center staff patrolling hallways to answer assist request buzzers and lights.
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Coping with the Emotional Aspects of Parkinson's Disease
It is important to examine the various emotions that a person living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) can undergo in living daily with the condition. The emotional factors that affect your loved one can be both internal and external.
The 411 on Parkinson's
Receiving a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease (PD) can be devastating for families. Even more devastating is not understanding the disease, how to live with it, how it can be treated, or anything else about this debilitating disease.
Home Modification Checklist
Here's a list to get you thinking about home modifications that can help your loved one stay safe at home longer and age in place.
Thanksgiving with Dysphagia
Thanksgiving is the holiday most focused on gathering around the table with family and friends to share a sumptuous feast. My father-in-law, Rodger, was never one to miss a meal.
Traveling with a Loved One Using a Wheelchair
Traveling when you’re caring for someone in a wheelchair requires a little more preparation and planning than you may be used to, but the extra effort doesn’t mean you should shy away from it.
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So, Who Cares for the Caregiver?
At our house, the caregiver is my wife, Kelly. We have been married for thirty-five years, twenty-two of them playing the role of caregiver. Having your spouse as the caregiver often comes with its own unique challenges.
© Katarzyna Białasiewicz /@123rf
Parkinsons From Two Sides
It is one thing to deal with Parkinson’s from a professional standpoint but separating the professional from personal life can be challenging.
