5 Ways to Help An Elder Prepare For Cold WeatherIf you live in a state with all four seasons, like New Jersey, then you know that cold weather can be tough. The wind chill, precipitation and potential power outages are that much harder on elders. Here are five ways you can help your elder loved […]
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Resident Aggression in Institutional Elder Care SettingsOne of the most difficult aspects of both having a loved one in an assisted living or skilled nursing setting, and of administering those settings safely, is processing often unpredictable behavior of individuals with dementia. The actions of residents often do not correspond to any rational reality we understand. […]
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How to Stop Family Bickering Over A Loved One’s CareThe dialogue below is common among family members trying to manage a loved one’s care and arguing about the best and most reasonable way to do so: “She just needs extra help around the house!” “No, you don’t know what it’s really like here since you never visit!” “Are […]
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Types of Elder Abuse and How to Recognize itIf you are looking out for your loved one, then you may be worried about elder abuse. Elder abuse effects thousands of older people every year. You as a concerned family member can not only look out for signs of elder abuse, but completely prevent it from […]
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