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The Nursing Home Promise
Americans live in a society in which youth is highly valued and many people become uncomfortable when asked to think...
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Validation: Human Connections Despite Dementia
Various theories and approaches exist for working with individuals who are experiencing symptoms of dementia. Previous articles have discussed basic...
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Five Basic Approaches for Dementia Caregiving
Caring for an individual who is experiencing symptoms of dementia requires patience and ingenuity. Caregivers can easily become overwhelmed when...
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Dementia: Why Are They Acting Like That?
Symptoms of dementia are often subtle during the early stages of a disease process and progress gradually. Surprisingly, people who...
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Challenges for Family Caregivers
Mom and Dad are generally slowing down. Perhaps the changes associated with aging are magnified by the presence of one...
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The Basics of PA Guardianship Part II
This article is a continuation of last week’s discussion about the topic of guardianship. What Types of Guardians Exist? There...
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The Basics of PA Guardianship
Prior articles in this column covered the topic of powers of attorney and why every individual should have these documents...
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Understanding Home Care Options
Last week, Karen Kaslow shared come excellent suggestions from local home care agencies about how to have a positive home...
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How Are Your Aging Parents This Holiday?
Holidays are emotional times. When multiple generations of a family unite to joyously celebrate, the moments are magical and memories...
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Legislative Support for Caregivers
Earlier this year, implementation of the Caregiver Advise, Record, Enable (CARE) Act took place in Pennsylvania. This state law is...
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