
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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How do you handle dealing with narcolepsy?
I'm a disabled mother, and I'm looking for life insurance for myself. Do I qualify?
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I'm unable to work. Is there financial assistance for a caregiver who takes care of both elderly parents?
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Is there financial aid for my mother who can no longer care for herself?
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How can I encourage my dad to get out of bed?
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What course of action would you suggest for an elderly neighbor who has no network of support, no living child...
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Does Medicare help pay for the electric bill if oxygen needed at home?
Can I get paid to care for my mom while she is ill with cancer?
How do you pick up an elder when they have fallen?
Does the government allot money to help the elderly pay for expenses for having hair done in nursing home?
Why does my mom scratch her face and arms to the point of making sores?
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) often causes this as well. Keeping her skin as moist and as comfortable as possible can help, but she may scratch anyway. She probably should be checked for allergies, and you could try different soaps, detergents and skin products, too. There could be a physical cause you can't see.
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