May 2009

Mother’s Day is about remembering and honoring our elders — so it’s appropriate that HBO launched its series Alzheimer’s Project on that day.
The documentary is a grim subject, but HBO brings humanity and warmth to the caregivers and the Loved Ones in the grip of Alzheimer’s. If you don’t subscribe to the channel, you can [...]

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The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has come out with revised guidelines for employers and employee-caregivers.
The revised guidelines gives suggestions for best practices that employers may adopt to reduce the chance of EEO violations against caregivers, and to remove barriers to equal employment opportunity.
See the guidelines for employers and caregivers.

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I am entranced with the Eden Alternative’s fight to transform into a loving, compassionate and nurturing practice of life.
The Eden Alternative is a nonprofit organization focused on changing communities — such as nursing homes and assisted living facilities — to improve the lives of our Elders and disabled. The founder, Dr. Thomas, explains: “We must [...]

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Fresh figs from my backyard, eaten in a bowl of home made almond milk
Listening to Sunday Morning Baroque on NPR, while reading and curled up on my couch
The arrival of the yellow bellied warblers, who love my sunflowers
A surprise birthday party for a brother

Dealing with caregiver stress? Try a list o’ gratitudes…and then thanking our [...]

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Finding a *qualified* remodeler/contractor who understands the needs of our elders is not easy. Many claim that they can install a ramp, or a modified bathtub — but have no understanding about how the smallest details can make a huge difference in safety, appearance and ease of use.

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