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Minding Our Elders  
Thoughts, tips, resources, and support for older adults who live with or care for elderly adults in the United States.
Listed in: Seniors
Related Topics: aging, mature adults, seniors, society, minding elders
Author: Carol Bradley Bursack
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8.6
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2 user reviews 9.6


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Department of Treasury Survey Says Direct Deposit the Way to Go

Jul 3, 2009
I find this information interesting enough to pass along. Direct deposit seems much safer than paper checks, and people don't have to wait for the mail or worry about a holiday slowing things down.

Night Care One More Care Option to Consider

Jul 1, 2009
I'll never forget Hazel. She lived at Rosewood when my uncle was there, and was still there when my dad, mom and mother-in-law, one at a time, became residents. Hazel would often sleep during the day, but at night she would walk. And walk. And walk.

"Hugging Grandma" Helps Grandchildren Handle Dementia

Jun 29, 2009
Written by Zina Karmer, and illlustrated by Dave Messings, this charming book tells the story of a little girl and her relationship with her grandmother. Grandma was once a wonderful playmate and delightful to be around. Then things change, and...

Don't allow caregiving to take over your life

Jun 28, 2009
Dear Ted: Caregiving has a way of sneaking up on people. Often, it starts out with an emergency like your dad’s stroke or your mom’s heart attack. But, since aging folks generally have at least

"Test Your Memory" Self Test But Should Be Professionally Evaluated

Jun 26, 2009
For decades, the mini-mental state examination has been the gold standard of "quick exams" given by mental health professionls. This test is one that is generally part of an examination given when diagnosing dementia. While the test alone isn't...


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Selden S.
9.4
excellent
  This is a great blog! So much information. I have been a caregiver for my parents and uncle for over ten years. I wish I had seen this back then. And even now it is helpful. I am currently writing a memoir about my time with them, titled "My 91 Year Old Pregnant Mother" as humor helps me get through the fray and deal with the sorrow. Thank you so much for your site. http://seldenspeaks.blogs pot.com/
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Texas C.
9.8
excellent
  Carol, An excellent, informative and educational blog for seniors. A great list of resources. I know the information is greatly appreciated. All the best.
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