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sasha

posted 11/19/2008, comments (0)

TheCaringSpace

I found a great online resource for caregivers AND families looking for help with a loved one- www.thecaringspace.com Caregivers can register for free! This site helps you create a professional, online profile. You also get unlimited access to a network of available positions, an optional and affordable background check service, as well as... Read more Chevron

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hersheycandybar

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posted 11/13/2008, comments (0)

Wife of Head Injured Vet

It is always difficult to find places to help with in-home caregiver education, respite, medication and other issures that are a daily concern to me. I am his only caregiver. Trained in the subtle and the loud issues of care. His head injury and for that matter his "organic brain syndrome' feels like it has become my own. He is not aware of the... Read more Chevron

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Suzanne Mintz

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posted 11/03/2008, comments (0)

It's National Family Caregivers Month

November is a time to recognize and support family caregivers, build awareness about our situation, and speak up for our rights. Each November since the mid-nineties, the National Family Caregivers Association (NFCA) has organized a national celebration and time of awareness in support of family caregivers. This year is no different. The NFC Month... Read more Chevron

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Suzanne Mintz

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NFCA President

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posted 10/15/2008, comments (0)

Learn How to Talk to Doctors - And Get Them to Listen

‘I’m sorry, we need answers here now.’ And I don’t go away until we get them, whether it’s a phone conversation or I’m standing in the doctor’s office. Would you like to learn to have the gumption to say this? You can by attending the National Family Caregivers Association’s... Read more Chevron

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Bob DeMarco

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posted 09/30/2008, comments (0)

See the Signs of Alzheimer's-- Free Guide Available

This free guide is an excellent resource and should be especially interesting to baby boomers. The guide includes: information about Alzheimer's disease, information about a prescription treatment option, a doctor discussion guide, and caregiving tips. While you are on the website obtaining this free resource guide you can also select an option... Read more Chevron

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