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Helping Dad Stay Independent


"Helping your Dad safely age at home can be the best giftyou can give him, once you notice even small changes in his ability to get around," says Dr. Dan Tobin, Founder and CEO of Care Support of America.

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Caregivers ... Don't Neglect Your Own Care

By Jacqueline Marcell

Report: Caregivers of loved ones suffering with dementia are twice as likely to suffer depression than those providing care for non-dementia patients.

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Elder Mediation

By Jacqueline Marcell

"If I had only known about the effectiveness of Elder Mediation (EM) during the hardest year of my life as a caregiver to my elderly parents, I could have saved myself so much heartache, time and money."

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Today's Expert: JacquelineMarcell
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My parents have dementia and need my help with some basic things. I’m struggling with the new responsibilities and didn’t expect it to happen so soon. Your articles on ThirdAge are so helpful, but I feel like I need a caregiving course. Can you recommend some resources to help me feel less alone and to help me give my parents the best care?

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Hi, so sorry to hear you are struggling with your new role as a caregiver to your folks, but congratulations for reaching out for help! Even though ... Read More...

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The Impact of Dementia on Memory and Emotion

Posted July 12, 2008 10:55 AM

Dementia patients will often behave inappropriately. Learn what to expect so you're not caught off guard.

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How Can I Get My Stubborn Elderly Father to Accept a Caregiver in His Home?

By Jacqueline Marcell
ThirdAge expert Jacqueline Marcell went through 40 caregivers for her father in the first year. Now she wants to share what she learned the hard way! Read more...

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The 'Sandwich Generation' and Heart Health

Posted December 15, 2008 3:57 PM
Women in the sandwich generation -- who live in a household of three generations -- triple their odds of serious heart disease, Japanese researchers said. Read more...

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Caring for Your Elderly Parents

Posted June 29, 2008 10:02 PM

It's pretty difficult when you have to look after those who used to look after you. Find support here.

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ThirdAgers Caring for Loved Ones

Started by on June 10, 2009
Even the best caregivers face times when they need support, too. That's the purpose of this forum -- to develop a caring community for caregivers. This is the place to rant, rave, scream and cry. We shall listen without judgment.
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