No Debate About It
The 118th Fearless Caregiver Conference was held
yesterday in Fort Lauderdale, where the very first event was held in
1997 with actor Robert Urich as keynote speaker. There were
conversations about many topics, including one of the most debated
issues (see, how timely I can be, since last night was the
Presidential debates) when it comes to our loved one's independence –
driving. In fact, as usual, I always try and save the driving
questions for the last 25 minutes of the morning Q&A session because
once that Pandora’s Box is opened, no other topic gets any airtime.
Regardless of the final outcome of the presidential
debates for the 2012 election season, there is most likely a raging
debate going on at your house if you think it is time for your loved
ones to hang up the keys and they do not also think so....read more
Take Care
Gary Barg
Editor-in-Chief
gary@caregiver.com
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Featured Article
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Focus on Video Magnifiers
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By Kristine Dwyer, LSW, Staff Writer
Martha and Ken were married for more than
45 years when Ken began showing signs of multiple sclerosis.
As the disease progressed and his caregiving needs increased,
Martha found her own health status changing. She was having
more difficulty breathing and she began to notice a decrease
in her vision...read more
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Guest Column
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The Male Perspective: Caregiver Burnout
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Your wife has just been diagnosed with breast
cancer.
Welcome to one of the hardest experiences you
and your wife will ever go through. Nothing can truly prepare you
for this. But, if you and your wife face this with the right
attitude, it can become (as incredible as this may sound) one of
the most rewarding experiences you will ever share...read more
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Caretips
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Recognizing Depression in Elders
By Jennifer B. Buckley
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“Depression in elderly people is a
widespread and serious public health concern,” according to
the National Institute of Mental Health. It has been estimated
that 15% of older Americans experience depression at some
point in their golden years. In nursing homes, around 20% of
the residents are depressed, especially those living with a
serious medical condition, like cancer or heart disease...read more
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