Try: Many care recipients cr have a spiritual outlook on life it is helpful to understand what spirituality is and what it means to the cr information spirituality is a form of connecting oneself with a higher power the spiritual person looks at life circumstances and relationships based on what they believe facts are important […]
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Many americans age 65 consider themselves christians they were raised in churches of the christian faith and look at life through a christianity point of…
Try: Many americans age 65 consider themselves christians they were raised in churches of the christian faith and look at life through a christianity point of view information traditional christianity teaches the following the bible is the living word of god the bible can be summed up with one statement love god and love others […]
People with alzheimer alzheimer’s disease become increasingly unable to take care of themselves however the disease progresses differently in each person as a caregiver you…
Try: People with alzheimer alzheimer’s disease become increasingly unable to take care of themselves however the disease progresses differently in each person as a caregiver you face the ongoing challenge of adapting to each change in the person person’s behavior and functioning the following general principles may be helpful # think prevention it is very […]
Everyone has a different view of what an emergency might be but one thing is for sure life is all about emergencies and being prepared…
Try: Everyone has a different view of what an emergency might be but one thing is for sure life is all about emergencies and being prepared is one way to lessen their impact most preparations are basic batteries for radios and flashlights a first aid kit bottled water important papers stored together an evacuation route […]
Living will – a written legal document which expresses your decisions for medical treatment or life-sustaining treatments in the event you are incapacitated this document…
Try: Living will – a written legal document which expresses your decisions for medical treatment or life-sustaining treatments in the event you are incapacitated this document does not let you designate someone to make decisions for you like a durable power of attorney for health care form does durable power of attorney for health care […]
Care givers often wonder if it is safe to leave a person with alzheimer alzheimer’s disease alone this issue needs careful evaluation and is certainly…
Try: Care givers often wonder if it is safe to leave a person with alzheimer alzheimer’s disease alone this issue needs careful evaluation and is certainly a safety concern the following points may help you decide does the person with alzheimer alzheimer’s become confused or unpredictable under stress recognize a dangerous situation for example fire […]
Driving is a complex activity that demands quick reactions alert senses and split-second decision making for a person with alzheimer alzheimer’s disease driving becomes increasingly…
Try: Driving is a complex activity that demands quick reactions alert senses and split-second decision making for a person with alzheimer alzheimer’s disease driving becomes increasingly difficult memory loss impaired judgment disorientation impaired visual and spatial perception slow reaction time certain medications diminished attention span and inability to recognize cues such as stop signs and […]
The person chosen to be a medical power of attorney should be a trusted family member or friend who knows you well and is willing…
Try: The person chosen to be a medical power of attorney should be a trusted family member or friend who knows you well and is willing to take on the responsibility should the need arise when selecting someone for this position consider the following select someone who you trust completely and who understands your decisions […]
Talking with your medical power of attorney about your end-of-life wishes your medical power of attorney should be aware of your values quality-of-life beliefs and…
Try: Talking with your medical power of attorney about your end-of-life wishes your medical power of attorney should be aware of your values quality-of-life beliefs and how you feel about identified medical treatments and situations discussion questions to help you clarify your wishes with yourself and your medical power of attorney what medical treatments would […]
You may want to ask the surgeon or physiotherapist these questions before surgery so you can safely recoop after the operation what movements can i…
Try: You may want to ask the surgeon or physiotherapist these questions before surgery so you can safely recoop after the operation what movements can i safely make how can i get in and out of bed safely what assistive devices can i purchase to increase safety and independence what restrictions apply to carrying heavy […]