Elder Care

Esta obra está basada en mi experiencia como cuidadora y en lo aprendido mediante talleres educativos, libros y el proceso diario con las enfermedades de mis familiares cercanos, con la finalidad de que sea de utilidad y de autoayuda para el lector cuando de repente se convierte en cuidador.

Everyone seems to be in a rush searching for ways to weight loss nowadays. A myriad of offers covering diets, health and food supplements, physical fitness programs, and various training workshops are flooding the entire health and fitness market. All these entail costs and effort on your part and mostly turn out to be not as effective as these marketers promised in their glamorous ads. However, there’s an ongoing solution that many are resorting to nowadays. Although it is not exempted from the opinions of cynics, it is a lot better than those options being offered in the market.

Are your loved ones plagued by invisible child thieves? Or maybe things aren’t that bad. Yet. Maybe your loved one has just gotten a little forgetful. Like, they’ve forgotten to pay their taxes. For years. Or they’re a lot more argumentative than they used to be, or you’re noticing bruises, or they seem to be giving a lot of money away to a lot of strange people. . . . You’re worried that your loved one is entering into some kind of decline. Well, you should be worried! Pseudonymous rando Alayna Smithee is here to let you know that when your loved one goes into decline, things can...

Kipling A. Jackson, diagnosed five years ago, refuses to let ALS become a death sentence. Jackson takes an in-depth look at the respiratory side of the disease. His wry sense of humor produces a hilarious narrative that will leave the reader feeling inspired. As Jackson shares his personal journey, he discusses why he chose to extend his life with mechanical ventilation and the tracheostomy. His story is an excellent educational tool for everyone who comes in contact with ALS.

Embark on a profound and compassionate journey through the intricate landscape of dementia caregiving with "Caregiving for Dementia: A Compassionate Guide for Elderly Care." This comprehensive and indispensable resource is your steadfast companion, providing a wealth of practical strategies, unwavering emotional support, and crucial insights to navigate the challenges inherent in caring for an elderly loved one with dementia.

Everyone experiences "disruptions" in their lifetime. Learning to navigate the trials with peace and joy requires caring conversations. For Dan and Nancy, disruption appeared as a doctor spoke, "Stage IV colon cancer." From that moment on, it was one difficult conversation after another. While Nancy and Dan share how they navigated these difficult conversations, they focus on helping the reader(s) enter into conversations that will help them navigate their own disruption.

"Balancing Acts of Grace" is more than just a guide. It's a lifeline for those in their late forties to early fifties, inviting them to explore the comprehensive world of caregiving for elderly parents with dementia while managing careers and family dynamics. It provides support, resilience, and expert guidance through the multifaceted challenges of dementia care, including comprehensive coverage of legal and financial preparations.

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.

Every year, the number of baby boomers in retirement with living parents is increasing due to healthier lifestyles and increasing technology. The reality of old people taking care of old people is becoming a way of life for so many that there is an increasing need for support and coping mechanisms. After spending many years in the home health industry, and hearing all the "stories", the author examines coping experiences with her family under the unbelievably ridiculous circumstances in this story.

With aging, people's risk for falling increases because their senses dim and nervous systems tends to deteriorate. Elderly people often suffer from weakened vision and the balance mechanism in their ears becomes less accurate. The sedentary lifestyle of theirs may lead to muscle loss, thereby leading to falls. In seniors, even a minor fall may at times lead to fractured bones.

Navigating Senior Care, handbook for the last chapters of life, uncovers the mysteries around Senior Care, Dementia & Dying. Every friend will gain benefit from this book.

Aging in America is a "hands on" consumer guide to help you detect, prevent, and protect against elder abuse. Elder abuse is the new silent killer and a national crisis. Don't you want to know the best way to protect yourself now at a very low cost? It's an easy and informative listen. Are you a baby boomer worried about growing older? Maybe assisted living, at home care or a nursing home? Alone, broke, medical care, and palliative care denied, or your end of your life wishes ignored?

"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.

In the quiet moments of our lives, when we find ourselves reflecting on the path we have travelled, we often come face-to-face with the profound realization that life is both fleeting and beautiful. It is in these moments of introspection that we recognize the inherent beauty that persists even as we confront the inevitability of our own mortality. This book, Beauty in the Face of Death, is a meditation on that journey—a journey that intertwines love, loss, and the profound significance of our experiences.

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 ...

Are you overwhelmed by the demands of being a caregiver? Do you find yourself struggling to balance your needs with those of your loved ones? Are you caught in the whirlwind of caregiving and need a guide to navigate this demanding journey? If you’ve answered yes to any of these questions, then this is definitely the book for you!

Rated "Most Popular Fiction Magazine 2024" by Chill Subs Ranked Top 10 "Best Lit Mags of 2023, 2024" by Chill Subs Delight in intriguing, thought-provoking conversations about ethics, philosophy, and social issues! After Dinner Conversation is a monthly literary magazine publishing short fiction. Each issue features both established writers and up-and-coming authors who contribute fascinating philosophical insights on controversial topics like marriage equality, assisted suicide, the meaning of death, animal rights, and defining your "purpose." It's time to go deep in search of truth! If ...

El único libro que te cuenta todo lo que necesitas saber sobre tu suelo pélvico en cada etapa de tu vida. Esta es la primera guía completa que nos presenta todas las disfunciones más comunes del suelo pélvico y cómo puede éste entrenarse y tratarse a sí mismo como parte de una rutina diaria. Jane Simpson sostiene la necesidad de celebrar la maravilla de nuestros músculos del suelo pélvico. ¿Alguna vez te has reído tanto que has llegado a mojarte? ¿Te has encontrado cruzando las piernas más de una vez en busca de un baño?

Manchmal kommen sie plötzlich, meist aber schleichen die Veränderungen im Schneckentempo heran, bis sie eines Tages unübersehbar werden: Die Eltern sind älter geworden und brauchen Hilfe. Warum kann Mutter den Geldautomaten nicht mehr bedienen? Kann Vater wirklich noch Auto fahren? Ist diese Vergesslichkeit normal oder steckt dahinter eine Demenz?

If you're looking for a guide that will help you navigate the complexities of dementia care, then look no further; this is the book for you! Caring for someone with dementia is noble and rewarding, but it can be extremely overwhelming. Navigating Dementia Care will equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to empower you to give the best support to those under your care while enhancing their quality of life and yours as well.