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Music For The Last Couple is the story of a narcissistic physician who retires at the age of 65 after nearly 40 years in practice. Dr. Charles (Charlie) Randolph is a wealthy orthopedist who is finally able to enjoy the fruits of his labor. But who will enjoy them with him - his dutiful wife, or long-time girlfriend? The chaos created by Charlie touches the lives of everyone around him, but his retirement is plagued by health problems. Not even Charlie knows who will stay by his side through the last years of his life. Dr. Jeff Nebeker-Johnson is a full-time physician in Salt Lake City, ...

In an ever-changing world where the unexpected can turn life upside down, facing a chronic illness can shatter our plans and leave us feeling adrift in fear and isolation. But within the pages of "Prayers for the Chronically Ill," a beacon of solace awaits. This heartfelt collection is a sanctuary of hope, crafted to nurture a connection to the unwavering love of Jesus Christ. Through poignant prayers, readers are gently cradled in reminders of God's steadfast presence and unfailing devotion, empowering them to confront the daunting road ahead with renewed courage. Whether grappling with ...

When a new resident arrives at a run-down nursing home, tiger cat Danderdaul and her managerie of furry friends become curious. The lady appears to be able to care for herself and is filthy rich. She could live anywhere. Why here? The rescue animals uncover a mystery and place their lives in peril to rescue the helpless woman.

Conquer the CBIC LTC-CIP Exam: Your Concise Guide to Long-Term Care Certification in Infection Prevention is a streamlined study resource designed to help candidates focus on the core principles of infection prevention and prepare effectively for the CBIC LTC-CIP exam. Covering essential topics such as epidemiology, surveillance, hand hygiene, antimicrobial stewardship, and regulatory compliance, this guide offers clear explanations with practical, real-world applications. This book highlights key infection control concepts relevant to long-term care environments, including healthcare-...

Taking on the role of carer for someone with dementia can seem really daunting at first, but it will become much easier once you know what to expect and how to manage the process. The more prepared and equipped you are, the better for you as the carer and the person with dementia. Learn how important it is to develop routines and what to expect as dementia progresses. Discover how to manage daily care and other ways to prepare the person's home so they are safe and secure. Also, it will show how to tackle the tough topics, including when to decide they need more intensive care in a facility...

The NCLEX exam is a standardized examination used by every state regulatory board to assess if a candidate is prepared to become a licensed nurse. It is organised by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing, and if you want to ace this test in a sitting, this book is a must-have. You always want to be fully prepared before taking an exam, which is what this book has been designed to help you do. The challenging thing is that there is a lot of information to memorize, which is why mnemonics is one approach to look to. They can help you memorize and remember lots of information and ...

Michaela grows up near Bremen in a surrounding where domestic violence is daily fare. She is brought up to serve the men in the house. At the age of fifteen she has a young man plonked in front of her and is told this would be her future husband. Only a few months later her first daughter was born. Four more children follow in short intervals. As she hadn’t learned it any better, she completely sacrifices herself to her family. She often feels overworked, but ignores each sign of exhaustion. After having taken one of her children to a party, she suffers from a stroke. Although hard-hit ...

"Loose Stools" is a satirical journal of one elderly former automobile mechanic and his adjustments to the natural (and sometimes unnatural) changes that take place as the mind and body start to go. It is a humorous look at his trials as he progresses from a lakeside home to a senior living home, and finally a nursing home. His adventures are mostly second hand stories relayed to the author by his caregiver who was often frustrated and in need of an adult with whom she could vent following another visit with "Pops". What she saw as a difficulty I saw as an opportunity for another humorous ...

Pushed out as a college professor, widowed, George Moore has settled for a humdrum life of watching TV, his consolation the comfort of home where memories of his late wife reside. Then, a broken hip lands him in a rehab center. What else could go wrong? How about a heart attack? Meanwhile, a chance meeting with an attractive woman a few doors down seems promising. But her time in Rollins Manor may be cut short. In just nine days, a few Rollins’ staff members – including Emily, a 13-year-old volunteer – ignore George’s gruff melancholy and help him begin his life’s next chapter. A ...

What are the odds of three serial killers working in the same college town? Astronomical. Unless two of them are twin brothers! The third is someone they hire to do maintenance at their nursing homes. A match made in hell! Using a pandemic's death toll as a cover, the brothers, who know a good thing when they see one, use their new hire to help them with their murderous insurance and "legacy" scheme. But they did not count on an idealistic -- and suspicious -- young woman. “A LAWRENCE DE MARIA TITLE GIVES YOU MORE BANG FOR YOUR BUCK THAN JUST ABOUT ANYTHING IN THE BOOK MARKETPLACE TODAY....

Outside the dining hall of the Alpine Manor nursing home, there is a sign that reads, "This is Grand Rapids, Michigan", a reminder for those who can no longer trust their own minds. For months, Cathy Wood has fed these residents, bathed them, and even moistened their eyes with artificial tears. To her, they live in a state worse than death - and she has decided to relieve them of their pain. Wood and her lover, Gwen Graham, make a pact to kill those whom they were hired to care for.

A novelist who can’t write. A doctor who won’t practice. A world moving on with or without them. At the crossroads of their careers, two people meet on an idyllic island, where they hope that time would stand still for a change. As the brevity of life swirls around them, they have to make decisions they don't want to make. Hunter’s Honor… The Reverend Hiram Jacobs believes he is finally dying, and he wants his memoirs published before his one hundred and fourth birthday. Well, Hunter has his own book deadlines to juggle, and can’t Great-grandpa Hiram wait a few more months? ...

Hot, young newlywed Julia Parker has no idea that a road trip with her stud of a husband, Ben, to visit her hubby’s pops at his old folks’ resort will turn into the most intensely erotic experience of her life. She’s soon the subject of Ben's voyeuristic desires as he allows a coterie of much older men to grope, fondle, and strip her right out in the open. An insane night of public exposure, humiliation, and debauchery follows, culminating in a terrifying encounter with half a dozen horny men at the cheap motel nearby. Is this just a one-off experience born of opportunity and ...

A glamorous woman is murdered in her ultra-luxurious London mansion and her husband goes missing. But according to public records, neither of them exists. The only leads police have are several objects arranged around the woman’s body, including a set of keys and a book called How to Process a Murder by Laughton Rees—a book that appears to have helped the killer forensically cleanse the crime scene.

Navigate the Journey of Dementia with Empathy and Understanding This comprehensive trilogy offers invaluable guidance for individuals facing the challenges of dementia. Each book delves into specific aspects of dementia care, providing practical advice, emotional support, and a compassionate perspective. Compassionate Care: Navigating Dementia Together Discover the intricacies of living with dementia and explore strategies for effective communication, building strong relationships, and creating meaningful moments. Compassionate Care: A Practical Handbook for Dementia Caregiving Equip ...

Is it possible to stop yourself from aging? Growing old is inevitable. That’s what the residents of Orchid Lake Village, an assisted living facility, believe until Evergreen Life offers a unique proposition. The pharmaceutical company has a new all natural, organic supplement that promises to reverse the signs of aging. Eloise isn’t as lithe as she used to be. Gladys can’t remember the plot of her favorite TV show. Murray feels like the light inside of him has been blown out. After just a few weeks on the vitamin, they start to feel the effects. Laurel’s once-translucent hair has a ...

There are many complicated issues associated with aging in the United States. The pandemic in 2020 created a new classification of people: The "at-risk" group. People age 65 and older, frail or medically vulnerable. Older adults are having a hard time envisioning this “new normal.” Medical emergencies can happen at any time. Knowing what to do in a medical emergency and afterwards can mean the difference between life and death. Will an older person’s wishes for medical care be respected and followed? Has this become a national issue in 2020 with the massive nursing home deaths? This ...

An inflammatory essay on WHY America is in decline, along with the author's suggestions for fixing it. From the author: This is my first sojourn into commentary and it comes as a result of observing human behavior in the medical system and elsewhere. The piece is as controversial as it is correct and I expect ramifications from its publication. In the end, I hope it changes the views of the public, setting America on a course toward success rather than the downward spiral we're currently on. Warning: This work discusses abortion, among other topics.

When Clark Kent stepped into the glass phone booth, we knew he was about to emerge as Superman. That transformation happened every time. Then, he used his superpowers to rescue people in distress, leaping over tall buildings in a single bound and flying faster than a speeding bullet. That spinning around in the phone booth was mesmerizing. And, in a way, that blur of change that we recognized as transformation from one kind of person to a stronger kind of person is the kind of change I am writing about in this series of books about popular culture creators of the 20th century. As popular ...

All of us are entitled to the rewards of a peaceful, pain-free death. This book honors that with true stories about hospice patients and inspiring insights from the author. Becoming Dead Right guides us through the general and "how to" information maze that prepares us for dealing with death. Improving and expanding hospice services will require systemic changes in healthcare institutions, outreach to diverse populations, and funding. With the inclusion of hospice programs in nursing homes, dying with dignity becomes even more important. Millions of aging baby boomers heighten the urgency ...