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How Occupational Therapists Help Seniors Get Things Done
An older adult may hear the term “occupational therapy” and retort, “What…
Dangerous 18 Hours Shifts in Nursing Homes
A nurse friend of my husband's was recently let go from a…
Elder Care Acronyms, DEBUNKED!: Your Pocket Guide to Confusing Healthcare Terms
When your healthcare provider speaks to you, do you feel your brain…
Low Risk of Shingle Re-occurence in Elderly
Shingles is a skin irritation disease that is caused by the same…
Collaborative Care With Private Social Networks for Patients and Doctors
Private social networks for patients and doctors is a huge opportunity for improving…
The Granny Pod – Good Idea or Bad
This is reprinted from my Friday about.com blog. This is reprinted from…
Ageism In America: Questions & Answers
“Over the Hill” humor. “Over what hill? Where? When? I don’t remember…
Mobile Health Around the Globe: Connecting Caregivers of Aging Parents
Editor's Note: I was impressed with Carina Lindquist's post last week on…
Mobile Health Around the Globe: Sweden Cares For the Elderly With Paraga
In Sweden, the government has the responsibility for elderly care. Those elderly…
