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When Kids Have the Flu

By: Gabi Larson

A calm, soothing environment can encourage a speedy recovery for young kids who have fallen sick. more...

Who's Caring for the Caregiver?

By: Wendy J Meyeroff

Caring for a loved one can be rewarding, but it can cause enormous physical and emotional strains, too. Here are some ways for coping with caregiving's stresses. more...

Ten Practical Tips for the First-Time Caregiver

By: JoAnn Sardo

Geared toward people caring for Alzheimer's patients, these ten tips can help caregivers focus on the positive and avoid the frustration associated with this illness. more...

Emotional Challenges for Elderly Parents

By: Melody Hicks

Understanding the emotional reactions of aging parents to losses of daily tasks and responsibilities is as important as securing safe environments and quality care. more...

Plan Ahead for Elderly Parents

By: Marianne Lepa

Adult children caring for elderly parents should have basic medical, legal and financial information at their fingertips. more...

Coping With Dementia Symptoms

By: Feature Writer Lisa C. DeLuca

How can caregivers cope when delusional dementia patients who are home say they want to go home, or don't recognize their own spouse or self? Agnosia is the cause. more...

How to Relate to Elderly Parents

By: Feature Writer Lisa C. DeLuca

When aging parents enter late life, things change. Adult children of elderly parents can learn to relate better and deepen their relationship with the elderly. more...

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