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Jacqueline Marcell

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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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Does alternative health have a place in dealing with elder care?

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When our health, the most precious gift we will ever have, is in jeopardy, patients and families should be able to try whatever medical and ... Read More...

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I recently visited my elderly parents and found their medications mixed together in pill containers. How can I prevent this from happening again?

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I had to deal with a similar situation with my own parents, and you're right to be concerned. Elderly people -- with or without dementia -- won't ... Read More...

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I have grown more forgetful over the past few months. I'm worried to death that this might be early signs of Alzheimer's. My friends say it's just normal aging. What do you think?

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Senior moments are most often benign symptoms of a busy aging brain, but unfortunately they may also be a sign of Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), a ... Read More...

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Ever since I took over caring for my aging parents, I have been feeling depressed. Is this normal? Is there anything I can do?

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Researchers have found that a person who cares for someone with dementia is twice as likely to suffer from depression than someone providing care for ... Read More...

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