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"Die Oma hat a Schlagerl ghobt!" Der Kabarettist Martin Frank ist auf einem niederbayrischen Bauernhof aufgewachsen, und seine Großmutter ist seine wichtigste Bezugsperson. Als er gerade 19 ist, erleidet sie einen Schlaganfall und ist von heute auf morgen auf Pflege angewiesen – und Martin beschließt: Er wird sich um seine Oma kümmern. Fünf Jahre pflegt er sie, bis zu ihrem Tod, und berichtet nun über diese Zeit, die nicht nur traurig, sondern skurril-komisch, liebevoll und wichtig für ihn war.

Essay on a young woman's right to die before a virulent brain cancer prevents her from making that choice.

Compiled by Author Twylia G. Reid "Confessions of a Caregiver" is a powerful anthology that shares intimate accounts of 6 caregivers’ journeys into the unknown realm of caregiving. Brutally honest and written from the heart, they share intimate chronicles of caring for their loved ones while attempting to care for themselves. Hear how their frustrations have caused their lives to become filled with challenges that can sometimes become too much to bear. The shock of each long day in this role can sometime leave you feeling helpless, hopeless, and absolutely clueless. Overflowing with ...

Being a caregiver can be a difficult role. It requires patience, sensitivity, selflessness, and hard work. Providing care for someone, whether it’s a child, a parent, a loved one, or as a professional requires a high level of self-love and self-care. Caregiving can feel rewarding and hard at the same time. But while it may be a rewarding experience to care for a loved one, the emotional and physical stress of caregiving far too often leads to burnout and exhaustion, causing caregivers to put themselves and their own well-being in the background. Caregivers often feel stressed, neglected, ...

Active Brain 50+ combines science, experience, and practical strategies in an accessible and transformative approach. Beyond disease prevention, this book empowers you to add years of quality and fulfillment. Dr. María Olivia Goncalves, a recognized expert in neuroprotection and cognitive health, shares knowledge backed by decades of research and scientific dissemination. This book includes: Brain Nutrition: Learn which foods strengthen your brain and prevent cognitive decline. Physical Exercise and Neuroplasticity: Discover how movement promotes an active mind. Stress Management: Protect ...

New Frontiers is not only a brand new manuscript but it also offers a new approach to what many of us call nursing home ministry. Today even the term; “nursing home” is no longer adequate to describe the multiple types of long term care that are becoming the new normal. Wherever God is calling you and me; whether to special needs ministry; outreach to an assisted living community or bringing music to a memory care unit; we are all involved in long term care ministry. New Frontiers is about learning how together, with God’s help, we can make a difference in some one’s life today!

If you are afraid of dying and do not want to know the truth, this may not be the book for you. If on the other hand you want a true insider’s look at healthcare and the ways people suffer and are killed at the hands of others, then read on. Hospice has a lollipop and candy cane image, that could not be further from the truth. It is a hard core business of ‘dealing’ with the most susceptible in our society, the dying. Hospice would like us to believe that they are here to provide our loved ones with the care and attention they need in their final months, weeks and days. And although ...

How do you know at any age what is a medical emergency? Do you know what to do? This illustrated guide is for all ages to use to train how to react fast in a medical emergency such as a stroke. Everyone thinks they know what a stroke is - but few react on time. This also can include health care providers. The older you are - the slower others may act to help you. Don't be a victim of an early death. Have your papers in order now with clear instructions, advance directives, and even a POLST/MOLST to help save your life. These papers tell others what medical care you want when you can tell ...

As a survivor of a traumatic event, the remainder of your life is depended upon how you navigate the untimely events that occur. Your ability to persevere after being thrust into bleak circumstances and uncertain outcomes is the most valuable trait you must absorb. Your capacity to live through the unforeseen hardships and challenges that accompany tragedies will test you daily. This book is educational and empowering. You will learn how to turn your tragedy into working strategies to create the life you desire, in spite of any challenges you may be facing. You will walk away understanding ...

Introduction Tela-Doc or Doctor on Demand is a cutting-edge telehealth service that brings healthcare directly to you, wherever you are. This digital internet-based platform connects patients with licensed healthcare professionals through secure and convenient virtual appointments, eliminating the need for traditional in-person visits to the doctor's office. With this service and technology, you can access a wide range of healthcare services from the comfort of your home, office, or on the go. Whether you're seeking treatment for minor illnesses, managing chronic conditions, or in need of ...

Marvin D. Bryson acted as a primary caregiver for over a decade. Coping with Caregiving is a follow-up to his previous book, Expectancy: A Caregiver's Story of Navigating Family Issues Between Retirement and Transition, that details how he and his siblings cared for a parent with dementia that lived into her early 90s. Coping with Caregiving picks up where Expectancy ended (assisted living care), and contains new chapters on skilled nursing, palliative care, hospice care, and self care, along with an updated glossary of legal and medical terminology.

Hay una raza especial de personas que no siente el paso del tiempo como el resto de los mortales, que envejece lentamente y con gracia, que como mucho necesita ir al médico una o dos veces en toda su larguísima vida. Una raza a la que las enfermedades llamadas de la edad (Parkinson, Alzheimer, cáncer, degenerativas…) no afectan. Un grupito de personas repartidas por todo el mundo que no tienen necesidad de preocuparse por el colesterol, ni por la tensión alta, ni por los ataques al corazón, ni siquiera por las arrugas. Son gente a las que la vida trata con gracia y les permite vivir ...

Relive the moments that shaped you with heartwarming tales that evoke nostalgia, even if you've struggled to find engaging reads before… Do you miss the simple joy of reading stories that remind you of the good old days? Have you been searching for books that resonate with your life experiences and spark meaningful memories? Are you looking for stories that uplift your spirit and keep you engaged without overwhelming complexity? If so, then you’ve found the perfect collection. "45 Short Stories and Reflective Tales for Seniors" is tailored to provide cognitive stimulation, emotional ...

In 2019, The Global Pandemic Of The Coronavirus impacted the entire world! The impact reached every facet of lives, especially those working in healthcare, and the immunocompromised. Hear an attestation from a Certified Nurse Assistance living with HIV in Atlanta, Georgia.

End of life care at its best Dying, it’s an uncomfortable topic. None of us likes to think about what our last days will be like. But if we do think about them at all, we want them to be full of peace and tranquillity, with the chance to say proper goodbyes to those we love. Life in a Hospice takes you behind the scenes in end-of-life care, where you will see the enormous efforts of nurses, doctors, chaplains and others - even a thoughtful cook - to provide the calm that we all hope for. Perhaps you are looking for end-of-life care for someone you love. Perhaps you are wondering if this ...

A Gritty and Humorous Guide for Caregivers From Betsy Tong, the bestselling author of "The Edge: Your Brain on AI," comes an unflinching, insightful, and practical guide for unpaid caregivers navigating the often confusing world of early-stage dementia. "On the Frontlines: An Unpaid Carer’s Adventures in Early Stage Dementia" dives deep, offering real-world strategies and emotional support for those thrust into managing the decline of a loved one’s cognitive functions. In "On the Frontlines: An Unpaid Carer’s Adventures in Early Stage Dementia," Betsy Tong combines her personal ...

Do you have a friend or loved one who has cancer? Don’t Bring Lasagna is a book for people who know someone who has cancer and is struggling with how best to interact with them. When someone suddenly gets sick, it can be difficult for people to relate to them. What do you say? How do you act? These are fair questions that many people struggle with this. When I had cancer, I was always surprised at how people reacted to me. Some people always knew just what to say and do while others felt very uncomfortable. This is understandable as there is no guidebook for how to handle these situations...

In this non-fiction book, listeners are introduced to the heartbreaking and infuriating stories of three patients and their families who experienced a complete lack of care and compassion in an American Long Term Acute Care Hospital. Despite the desperate pleas and efforts of their families, these patients were neglected and even denied basic needs, resulting in tragic outcomes.

Silence on the Island: A Detective Liam O'Reilly Mystery (DI Liam O'Reilly mysteries Book 7) From bestselling author, Stewart Giles, comes a new addition to the brilliant Detective Liam O’Reilly series. January on the island of Guernsey is grim. It's dark and depressing. Detective Liam O'Reilly expected as much. What O'Reilly didn't bargain for was the eerie silence on the island in the dead of winter. And when an old lady disappears from a care home and reappears, dead on the grave of a soldier who died 80 years ago, O'Reilly has absolutely no idea what to think. When more old people are...

Das kompakte Praxisbuch für ein Leben ohne Alzheimer für Betroffene, Angehörige und für alle, die rechtzeitig vorbeugen wollen. Dr. med. Michael Nehls klärt auf über die Ursachen dieser Zivilisationskrankheit und zeigt, wie man sich mithilfe seiner Formel gegen Alzheimer nicht nur vor Alzheimer schützen, sondern in einer frühen Phase sogar geheilt werden kann. Entscheidend sind vier einfache Faktoren: genügend Schlaf, ausreichend Bewegung, gute soziale Kontakte und eine gehirngesunde Ernährung.