Caregivers For Elderly Parents

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Caregivers For Elderly Parents

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RiReg

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D22007

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A site where adult children are taking care of their elderly and aging parents. A safe place for all of us to share problems and vent frustrations in dealing with elderly anger and depression issues, along with the mental and emotional abuse doled out from our loved ones.

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Please remember we are all going through the same things; our stress levels may be running high... more

A Tip For Everybody

Eldercare Directory Despite the name, it’s not for the elderly alone. When my mother was in the hospital, an RN friend gave me one. It was and has continued to be indispensable. As I was walking... read more | posted by SoCalJoe

2 replies - last reply: "Thank you D2 Joe " ~ SoCalJoe

Create The Smile~

Everyone loves praise. Look hard for ways to give it to them. Create the smile that lasts awhile. | posted by D22007

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Times Square Ball Drop Live Webcast

In case anybody wants to watch the Times Square Ball Drop in New York City... There is a live audio/video webcast! The webcast has started. I will be watching the ball drop at 9pm PT. Here is t... | posted by SoCalJoe

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Alzheimers in last stages

Hello everyone ! I hope I have found the right place for answers/suggestions My wife is 75 and in the later stages of Alzheimers...we have not been able to get her out of bed for the last three day... | posted by snowman4499

4 replies - last reply: "I just started to take care of my... more" ~ lakes211

39 Times

I wrote this yesterday on the Caretaker site. One word was altered to reflect the date. My mother had an appointment with the ophthalmologist today. That would have been my 40th time away from the... | posted by SoCalJoe

2 replies - last reply: "Thank you D2 I just wanted you to... more" ~ SoCalJoe

For the Caregivers

Blessed In Aging ~Esther Mary Walker Blessed are they who understand My faltering step and shaking hand Blessed, who know my ears today Must strain to hear the things they say. Blessed are thos... | posted by HippyGirl52

4 replies - last reply: "I have always believed that it is... more" ~ HippyGirl52

Difficult Parents

My mother is an 84 year-old angel with Stage 3 Alzheimer's. My father is 83 and is rapidly losing mobility, so caring for my mother has become increasingly difficult. My 26 year old daughter was ab... | posted by ranjanclanmom

10 replies - last reply: "This might sound abusive to your... more" ~ recipefinder

Taking Care of the Caregiver

from US News.com...It talks about Altzeimers/Dementia but I believe it applies to all caregivers...enjoy! The role you have taken on is not an easy one. However, the following tips offer some guid... | posted by HippyGirl52

9 replies - last reply: "AMEN " ~ dreamer74

Need helpful hints

Hi everyone - how do I get my mom to remember to drink more water or juice. She is getting recurrent UTI's. She is in mid-stages of Alzheimer's. I can't see her everyday. Thanks | posted by Kirbiegirl

3 replies - last reply: "UTI's can also occur by not... more" ~ recipefinder

Multiple Sclerosis

Hey guys, My name is Donna Harris and I live with my 93 year old mother as her primary caregiver. I also have a younger sister who has MS that I help care for also. Here are a few facts about MS ... | posted by dgharris

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