Over the span of two decades, author, columnist, consultant and speaker Carol Bradley Bursack cared for a neighbor and six elderly family members. Her experiences inspired her to pen "Minding Our Elders: Caregivers Share Their Personal Stories," a portable support group book for caregivers.

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Where can I find in-home security for Alzheimer's wandering?


There are many, many options from light beams across doors to computerized monitoring, to cameras. I'd do an internet search and look... see more

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How do I know which home alert system to get for my mother?


One suggestion is to call local care agencies, or even your hospital, and ask if they have suggestions for reliable companies. Word of... see more

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I'm my mother's caregiver and her Power Of Attorney. Am I able to take a loan out on her home for her care?


I would see an elder law attorney. You may be able to do this, but many issues will come into play. You'll want to make sure you are... see more

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I am going to be a caregiver for both my parents. Can I get financial help from the state of Nevada?


f the person is on Medicaid, there may be some help. Also, please go to your state's Web site and type in "aging" - your... see more

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Is there anyone else out there that has a caregivers contract with their parent?


There are likely many on this forum who do this. You need to be aware of Medicaid look back times, so I'd see an elder law attorney to... see more

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How can I get financial help for taking care of my 83 year old mother who lives with me?


f the person is on Medicaid, there may be some help. Also, please go to your state's Web site and type in "aging" - your... see more

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Where do I go to find out about medicare paying me, for taking care of my 94 year old mother at home who is in...


Please go to your state's Web site and type in "aging" - your will be led to local help and also the National Family... see more

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My father has alz. the disease is taking over really fast. I think his deafness plays a big role.


Deafness is very isolating, and it also interferes with the ability to assimilate new information and keep the brain active. You are right... see more

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I am caring for an elderly man who can't talk to me but tries and gets frustrated. Do I try to figure out wha...


This is so incredibly sad - and common. First, imagine yourself in his situation and how hard it is for him. That will help keep you calm. ... see more

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Is it possible to receive Medicare benefits when you reside out of the U.S.?


It could be difficult, but the only way to know is to check with Medicare. Try www.medicare.gov for information and guidance.
Carol

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May a parent's Durable POA serve in their place to execute an estate?


No, the POA expires with the death of the person who assigned it.
Carol

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My parents are caregivers for my 89-year-old grandmother. She is combative and verbally-abusive after 4-ish....


She's likely "sundowning," still little understood, but it's common with Alzheimer's. People feel like they need to... see more

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I'm going to be caring for my friend's grandfather full time. My CNA license expired. Will Medicare pay me or...


Medicare doesn't generally pay for custodial care - what you would be supplying. Still, if you like the work, you may want to update... see more

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My mother-in-law has last stage dementia and lives in an assisted living home. My husband is feeling tremendou...


Guilt is very normal and "unearned." You are right to visit. Your husband needs to accept the fact that this move was for her... see more

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My grandmother has cancer, I am her caretaker. What does state of CA compensate as I'm away from work?


If she is on Medicaid there may be some assistance available. Also, I'd advise you to go to your State's Web site and type... see more

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my mother is 85, she will be living with me and needs 24 hr care. I would become her caregiver. Can I receive...


If she is on Medicaid there may be some assistance available. Also, I'd advise you to go to your State's Web site and type... see more

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Where can I find money to help with the medical costs?


I'd advise you to go to your State's Web site and type "aging" in the search box. From there you should be led to local... see more

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Can I get financial assistance since I need to be home with my Mother.


If she is on Medicaid there may be some assistance available. Also, I'd advise you to go to your State's Web site and type... see more

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I'm looking for apartment or assisted living as close to abington as possible. Her church is there and her fri...


You may want to try www.agingcare.com/Find-Senior-Care/ or www.eldercare.gov. Both have Zip code options for finding care, though... see more

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Is the look back period from the date you sign up with medicaid or from death?


When you sign up. It's an eligibilty 'test." While they may not look at all the details until death, you need to be upfront... see more

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