MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'dementia caregiver'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:23:43 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2927542&cid=t_171652_137_f&fid=35426&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTheAlzheimersReadingRoom%2F%7E3%2FiomiKXmk4Ms%2Fi-promised-not-to-put-my-parents-in.html This article will help you as you choose a facility. Guilt is a common emotion when placing a parent or spouse in a long term care facility. This is a wasted emotion when you have chosen placement for the best possible quality of life for your loved one. Every family has a unique set of circumstances and situation. The answer to care is the best solution for your family. Find supportive family members and friends, no matter what the care choice you make. If you feel alone, find a support group to meet others affected by Alzheimer’s. You can find groups in your community or online. Realize you will have good days and bad. Treasure the good, and use your resources on the bad. Last, remember to take care of yourself. Subscribe to The Alzheimer's Reading Room--via Email Popular art... Alzheimer's Reading Room, The blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2927542 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:15:10 +0100 2927542 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2862726&cid=t_171652_137_f&fid=35426&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTheAlzheimersReadingRoom%2F%7E3%2FfyXxSwdVr1k%2Fin-honor-of-all-those-i-have-known-that.html Bob DeMarco, the founder of the Alzheimer's Reading Room has asked me to share my knowledge, experience, and passion with his readers. This is a great honor, privilege and responsibility, which I take very serious. For a moment, I want to honor those who I've had the privilege of knowing and working with who have suffered from this devastating disease. Although I didn't know many of them prior to being diagnosed with Alzheimer's, I didn't value them any less. I treated them with the highest respect and dignity possible. One of my goals in writing for the Alzheimer's Reading Room is to help people understand the need for patience, dignity, and respect in Alzheimer's care. I have learned so much from their journey, which enables me to help with yours, and in that I honor each of the wonderf... Alzheimer's Reading Room, The blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2862726 Mon, 05 Oct 2009 17:49:50 +0100 2862726 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2645524&cid=t_171652_137_f&fid=35426&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTheAlzheimersReadingRoom%2F%7E3%2FWIaXUAjqVRU%2Flong-term-care-costs-and-calculater.html Ever wonder how much long term care might cost you?I found this calculator over on the MetLife website. It is easy to use.Here are some national numbers. The cost could be lower or higher in your area. Numbers are a little dated.Average costs of long-term care in 2006:Private room in a nursing home $206 a day; $75,190 annuallySemi-private room in a nursing home $183 a day; $66,795 annuallyHome health care aide $19 an hourSource: MetLife Mature Market InstituteIn south Florida, you can hire an around the clock, live in, caregiver aide for $120-$150 a day (hired directly by you). Or, you can pay an agency $150-$180 a day for a person with similar experience and credentials.You might be able to find an assisted living facility in this area for as low as $3200 a month. South Florida is overbui... Alzheimer's Reading Room, The blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2645524 Mon, 27 Jul 2009 19:15:09 +0100 2645524 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2630233&cid=t_171652_122_f&fid=34755&url=http%3A%2F%2Fneuropsychological.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F07%2Fin-wide-world-kings-lynn-england.html Regional branch of the Alzheimer's Society at King's Lynn: webpage (Source: BrainBlog) BrainBlog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2630233 Wed, 22 Jul 2009 21:06:00 +0100 2630233 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2523684&cid=t_171652_137_f&fid=35426&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTheAlzheimersReadingRoom%2F%7E3%2FewEIrKUyr_A%2F5-health-tips-for-alzheimers-caretakers.html By Meredith WalkerTaking care of a relative suffering from Alzheimer’s can be trying, stressful and emotional as the disease progresses.Yet many families want to keep their relative close, and provide the best care they can from home. It’s important to remember, however, that you can’t care for someone else if you get too run down yourself.Here are some tips that can help keep caretakers healthy and better able to provide the patience and understanding necessary to the care of their loved one. Share the responsibility. Being the sole person responsible for your loved one’s care can be too much. When you’re run down, stressed out or frustrated you won’t be a good caretaker, nor will you be doing yourself any favors. Going on too long without a break can lead to emotional and phy... Alzheimer's Reading Room, The blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2523684 Thu, 18 Jun 2009 13:00:09 +0100 2523684 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1261889&cid=t_171652_137_f&fid=36083&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FIAmAnAlzheimersCaregiver%2F%7E3%2F242253329%2Fmemory-and-thinking-problems-decline.html clipped from www.alzheimersanddementia.orgclipped from www.medicalnewstoday.comA new US study suggests that brain health is improving among older Americans as demonstrated by a decline in thinking and memory problems in this group. The researchers said improved cardiovascular care, better education, and being financially better off could be the... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]] (Source: I am an Alzheimer's Caregiver) I am an Alzheimer's Caregiver blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1261889 Wed, 27 Feb 2008 18:06:00 +0100 1261889 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1002343&cid=t_171652_158_f&fid=36018&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcaregiversbeacon.blogspot.com%2F2007%2F11%2Ffamily-caregiver-for-mother-with.html In honor of National Family Caregivers Month and National Alzheimer's Awareness Month today's blog post is dedicated to family caregivers and people whose lives have been touched by Alzheimer's.In the picture are two ladies whose story highlights this month's messages, and who represent so many others who are in similar circumstances.Stella Carrasco, on the left in the picture, is a 63 year old family caregiver who is going through tests for a liver transplant. For the last four years she has been the sole caregiver for her mother, Mary Chaparro, 82, who has Alzheimer's. Stella gave permission for her story to be part of this blog, and she hopes it will help others to understand what a situation like hers is like.There is no caregiver relief or support because Mary, due to the Alzheimer's ... The Caregiver's Beacon - Resources, Links, Ideas, News blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1002343 Sun, 04 Nov 2007 00:27:00 +0100 1002343 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=966018&cid=t_171652_158_f&fid=36018&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcaregiversbeacon.blogspot.com%2F2007%2F10%2Fjacque-murray-makes-difference-as.html I had an opportunity to visit with Alzheimer's community resource specialist Jacque Murray yesterday, who was giving Caregiver Consultations at the Central Coast Seniors Center, San Luis Obispo area, California, where I write a blog for their organization. Jacque Murray, of the San Luis Obispo, California, Alzheimer's Association became a Caregiver's Consultant after her mother passed away from Alzheimer's ten years ago.Jacque said she is concerned that many people who could benefit from resources offered by the Alzheimer's Association are not aware of the support that is provided, as well as the educational resources. She offers one-to-one visits where caregivers can have an opportunity to sit down with someone and discuss resources and ideas that will be of help.When a diagnosis of Alzhe... The Caregiver's Beacon - Resources, Links, Ideas, News blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=966018 Sat, 20 Oct 2007 15:40:00 +0100 966018 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=513005&cid=t_171652_137_f&fid=35371&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthecaregiver.blogspot.com%2F2007%2F03%2F2007-alzheimers-disease-facts-and.html The links below will take you to the factsheets and full report published by the Alzheimer's Association.Quote Sheet (2 pages)FactSheet (2 pages)2007 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures (28 pages)The CareGiver Blog Robert T DeMarcoThe Alzheimer's Reading Room AllAmerican Senior Care Weblog Senior CareElder CareCareGiver Alzheimer’sDementia CareGiverHealth and wellnessWeblog (Source: CareGiver, The) CareGiver, The blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=513005 Tue, 20 Mar 2007 22:30:00 +0100 513005 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=544640&cid=t_171652_137_f&fid=35427&url=http%3A%2F%2Fcaregiverthebook.blogspot.com%2F2007%2F03%2Fwhat-happened-to-italian-bread.html My mother can no longer cook an egg, but one thing she can still do is cook delicious spaghetti sauce. Go figure huh?So today was the day to go to Mario’s in Delray Beach and pick up all the material for spaghetti sauce and meatballs. I may as well digress right here and mention the key to really delicious meatballs is a combination of hamburger, veal and pork all in the just right amounts. The good news, you can buy it already mixed at Mario’s.They make fresh baked bread at Mario’s, so I went over to the bakery section to get an Italian Bread. The women told me they would be out in about five minutes. This caused an immediate Pavlovian response in my mouth. We waited and ended up with a nice hot, fresh, Italian bread in a paper bag. Yummy.When we arrived home I divided up the giant ... CareGiver: The Book blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=544640 Sun, 11 Mar 2007 05:00:00 +0100 544640 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=544814&cid=t_171652_137_f&fid=35426&url=http%3A%2F%2Falzheimersreadingroom.blogspot.com%2F2007%2F01%2Falzheimers-and-aging.html This MetLife website contains lots of useful information on Alzheimer's and Aging. It should be expecially useful to Baby Boomers and Caregivers.You can also read more on Alzheimer's at the CareGiver.The CareGiver BlogRobert T DeMarcoAllAmerican Senior CareAllAmerican Senior Care Weblog Senior CareElder CareCareGiver Alzheimer’sDementia CareGiver (Source: Alzheimer's Reading Room, The) Alzheimer's Reading Room, The blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=544814 Thu, 04 Jan 2007 05:00:00 +0100 544814 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=544806&cid=t_171652_137_f&fid=35426&url=http%3A%2F%2Falzheimersreadingroom.blogspot.com%2F2007%2F01%2Falzheimers-disease-what-is-it-who-gets.html Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of a condition called dementia. It is named for the German doctor who first described it, Alois Alzheimer. What is it? Who gets it? What causes it?Source Milton S. Hershey Medical Center.Alzheimer’s DiseaseWhat is it?Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of a condition called dementia. Dementia is a general decline in mental ability, such as memory, language skills, judgment, and concentration. Alzheimer’s is a progressive disease, which means symptoms occur gradually and become worse over time. It is named for the German doctor who first described it, Alois Alzheimer.Who gets it?Alzheimer’s disease affects most commonly affects those over the age of 65, although it has been diagnosed in people in their 40s and 50s.What causes it?Th... Alzheimer's Reading Room, The blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=544806 Thu, 04 Jan 2007 05:00:00 +0100 544806 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=513032&cid=t_171652_137_f&fid=35371&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthecaregiver.blogspot.com%2F2006%2F12%2Fmy-mother-dynamo-2.html This is a picture of my mother Dorothy who is 90 years young, Kristen my mother's granddaughter, and Ryan her greatgrandson.This picture was taken at the Banana Boat in Boynton Beach Florida, May, 2006.The CareGiver Blog Robert T DeMarcoAllAmerican Senior Care AllAmerican Senior Care Weblog Senior CareElder CareCareGiver Alzheimer’sDementia CareGiverHealth and wellnessWeblog (Source: CareGiver, The) CareGiver, The blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=513032 Sat, 02 Dec 2006 03:51:00 +0100 513032