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I often receive telephone calls from individuals who are seeking information regarding care for a spouse or aging parents. The...
Read MoreI often receive telephone calls from individuals who are seeking information regarding care for a spouse or aging parents. The...
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Have you heard about places which offer low cost meals and friendly people? Do you enjoy card games, Tai Chi,...
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Sandwiched by Jobs and Roles Caregiving is a job, even when it is an uncompensated act of love for a...
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Being a family caregiver for a parent or grandparent can be a really tough responsibility. Many caregivers help their loved...
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A loved one is experiencing changes in his/her behavior, thinking skills, and/or general emotional state. Family members may initially attribute...
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Our last article focused on the availability of Ombudsman services to empower and assist residents in identifying and exercising their...
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Two weeks ago, we introduced the concept of Residents’ Rights for individuals who receive long-term care services. Throughout the Commonwealth...
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Last month, long-term care providers celebrated “Residents’ Rights” month. Any effort to improve the quality of care for individuals receiving...
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Last week’s article covered some of the background behind older adults choosing to remain in the workforce. In addition to...
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When many families consider obtaining help for a loved one to stay at home, often private home care is the...
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