Caregivers Resources
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Table of Contents - Resources in the United StatesSelf-HelpResources listed within each State
Government, Local, State and FederalTo learn more about eligibility requirements for limited income Medicare beneficiaries and to apply for a subsidy, go to The Social Security office will send you a form (or you can download it from their site) that will tell you if you qualify for this subsidy.The Medicare Web site is providing the following: State by State breakdown of the Local Plans offering a comparison chart Drug Plan Finder This is suppose to help you compare which plan is best for you based on the prescriptions you currently use.
Benefits Checkup Local, State and Federal programs are listed here. Important in your search for financial assistance. Medicaid Resources for Caregivers
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 Life Ledger A safe method to record and track your loved one's daily care and medical information. HandiRecords Ideal for caregivers, seniors and anyone who wants to be comfortable tracking their medical history and medication record using an easy-to-update, simple pen and paper format. Featured Senior-Preneur Back to Top Aging Parents and Elder Care Solutions Articles, comprehensive checklists, and links to key resources designed to make it easier for family caregivers to quickly find the information they need, and avoid overlooking something important in the care of their loved one. Today's Seniors, designed especially for today's active seniors, it is filled with advice, tips, and articles about retirement, personal finances, Medicare benefits, and more -- with solutions to help seniors simplify their lives, eliminate the hassles, and get the most out of retirement. Looking for inspiring words? A selection of ezines with good solid content? We highly recommend Family Friendly E-zines National Association of Area Agencies on Aging Back to Top Family Caregiver Alliance, the National Center on Caregiving Support for the family Caregiver Children of Aging Parents National Organization for Empowering Caregivers Senior Safety IssuesThe National Center For Victims of Crime offers information, education, resources and products that your group may want to use. It is also a good place to learn about the available programs to aide a victim of crime. To learn about and/or report Telemarketing and Internet Fraud The National Elder Abuse Incidence Study Identity Theft Advice from the Postal Service Crime Prevention Tips for the Elderly Supporting Caregivers – Prevent Elder Abuse National Citizen’s Coalition For Nursing Home Reform National Nursing Home Watch List A wealth of resources including telemarketing scams, mail fraud, financial scams and so on. Crimes of Persuasion Back to Top Videos
“Night To Remember” is a new short film musical made for senior citizens. With songs from 1952 and 53, dialogue-free viewing, a simple and wholesome story line; it provides seniors with quality entertainment that triggers memory and emotion from the best years of their life. “Night To Remember” is a romantic, nostalgic, experience they can enjoy over and over again.For $34.99 you receive the DVD and a CD soundtrack. This makes a great gift for your parents and grandparents. To view the trailer or place orders visit NightToRememberDVD.com or call Katie at 1-800-532-0779 ext 101 Produced by Senior Entertainment, a Senior Advocate Breaking Point Head over Heels: Falls and How to Prevent Them Substance Abuse in The Elderly BooksShirley Mitchell - Writer, Speaker, Radio Host, Community Activist and a featured Senior Advocate. Shirley W. Mitchell is recognized as one of the top authors, writers and speakers of today on Aging, Seniors, and the Baby Boomer Generation. Celebrity Host of Aging Outside the Box Radio Senior Approved Book The Parent Care Conversation-Six Strategies for dealing with the emotional and financial challenges of aging parents...., by Dan Taylor is a MUST READ for both Boomers and their Parents. The Parent Care Conversation creates both an intellectual and emotional structure for dealing with six important topics for parents and their children: The Big Picture, The Money, The Property, The Care, The House and The Legacy. Using a creative conversation technology created by Dan especially for these conversations, readers are taught how to use the acronym C.A.R.E. to deal with the topics each question raises with both directness and dignity. Senior Approved BookTRUCE ! Using Elder Mediation to Resolve Conflict among Families, Seniors, and Organizations written by Patti Bertschler, co-owner of Northcoast Conflict Solutions What happens when the family roles are turned upside down? When the adult child becomes the caregiver for a parent or grandparent? How do you resolve conflicts that naturally arise in these situations while keeping the peace? This book will walk you and your family through the process. Highly Recommend it! Senior Approved ManualThe Caregiver's Resource Kit is designed as a self-help program to help you better manage the role and responsibility of caring for an aging family member or disabled spouse. Double CD Audio Set presents 32 Topics of Interest dealing with the most common concerns of caregiving in an easy-to-listen format. Learn more Minding Our Elders:Elder Book Featured Senior Approved Advertisement
Visit Connections in Communications for a listing of useful and helpful publications and books written by Kathryn Kilpatrick, M.A. a Geriatric Communication Consultant. Write Your Own Book! Who me? Yes you! Think about all the events in your life that you would like to pass on to your children, grandchildren and future generations. This is a simple process developed by a professional writer. She will walk you through the steps almost like a 'paint-by-number' process. Social workers and activity directors will find this a fun interactive project to take to your clients and residents. Just for Fun!Free Newsletters from 123Greetings Want a weekly dose of fun and joy ? Subscribe to the online email newsletters at 123Greetings.com ! This free weekly newsletter service is your one-stop fill for interesting updates on coming events, free ecards and exciting offers from our partners and sponsors. Just go get it and make your loved ones smile. This site has a lot of discounts available for the senior. Senior Discounts Volunteer OpportunitiesFor those that live in the Northeast Ohio area, we highly recommend volunteer opportunities with the Adult Guardianship Services. You offer up to four hours per month visiting with an elderly person that typically has no other family. Not sure what you would like to do? A variety of volunteer opportunities throughout the United States are available through Volunteer Match. Back to Top Health Links
Resources helping Seniors through the Doughnut Hole Carol Bradley Bursack's Tips on Natural Health, Exciting Travel & New Careers for Boomers & Seniors NeedyMeds.org NeedyMeds has information on programs that help those who can't afford their medication or healthcare costs. All the information is free, easy to access, and updated regularly. Programs include pharmaceutical patient assistance programs, disease-based assistance programs, state and local programs, discount coupon and free/low cost/sliding scale clinics. Ancient Acupuncture & Chinese Herbal Health Center The Center provides acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine, Happy Mood for depression, anxiety, insomnia, ADD/ADHD, concentration and focus. Baby Boom I & II help infertilities. Lower Cholesterol with Red Yeast Rice They are time tested with great results. New! Sleep Apnea Cure - Travel to China ! For more info please email to us. The ideal choice for people with concentration and memory difficulties Get More Information on Triple Complex Brain Tonic Tissue Salts. Recognizing the need for a healthier and more effective approach, without the side effects of the statin drugs, Native Remedies, in conjunction with a practicing Clinical Psychologist, has developed Cholesto-Rite - a 100% herbal remedy containing well researched ingredients and manufactured in therapeutic dosage according to the highest pharmaceutical standards. Get More Info on Cholesto-Rite for Cholesterol Control to Help Control LDL (bad cholesterol), Maintain healthy HDL levels and Reduce Risk of Coronary Heart Disease, Heart Attack and Stroke Native Remedies has put together a trio of effective, natural remedies proven Menopause and PMS. Each, on its own, has been shown to be highly effective. Get More Info on the Native Remedies Complete Menopause Program The ideal choice to help to keep sugar levels stable and reduce the craving for sweet foods. Get More Information on Triple Complex Diabetonic Tissue Salts for Diabetes Native Remedies has developed Gastronic Dr. and DigestAssist - both 100% herbal remedies containing well researched ingredients and manufactured in therapeutic dosage according to the highest pharmaceutical standards. Get More Info on Natural Remedies for Stomach and Digestive Disorders Natural remedy to boost energy levels, fight fatigue and bring life back into your system. Get More Info on Fatigue Fighter to Boost Energy Levels, Fight Fatigue and Bring Life Back into Your System ImmunityPlus is a blend of African, Asian and other herbs specifically formulated to optimize immune functioning. These herbs serve many purposes, together they: act as a liver tonic, strengthen the immune system, improve body functioning, detoxify the body and enhance convalescence. Get More Info on ImmunityPlus for a Stronger Immune System As a natural alternative to prescription anti-inflammatory drugs For relief from painful joint conditions, neck pain or lower back ache, use to assist with any form of arthritis, fibrositis, myalgia or rheumatism, relief from any degenerative musculoskeletal condition, to treat painful knees or 'small joint disease' (e.g. wrists, fingers, ankles and toes) and to prevent and relieve the symptoms of gout Get More Information on JointEase Plus for Arthritis and Fibromyalgia. MindSoothe contains two potent remedies in one treatment and offers immediate as well as long term relief to people suffering from depression, anxiety, insomnia, panic attacks, OCD and even those with eating disorders. Get More Info on MindSoothe for for Depression, Insomnia, OCD and Anxiety Get More Information on PureCalm for Anxiety & Panic Attacks. Living with Cerebral Palsy Cerebral Palsy and Neuromuscular Scoliosis information, forum and links. Explains the three main types of Cerebral Palsy. Financial ServicesNew links coming soon!Online Support GroupThe Caring for Elderly Family Members is a growing online community monitored by Barbara Halpern.
The Health Central Network, Inc. has more than 30 general health and highly specific condition and wellness web properties. Each site provides timely, interactive, in-depth, and trusted medical information, personalized tools and resources, and connections to vast communities of expertise for people seeking to engage in, manage and improve their health. Make a connection, ask a question, share a concern, give advice or just chat. The HealthCentral Network message boards connect you with a community of people who understand where you’re coming from and what you’re going through.
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Seniors Approve recognizes that family caregivers face struggles every day. Both physical and mental stress are real, not to mention the time restraints. Most caregivers are employed outside of the home and many of you are still raising a family while providing caregiving time to a senior or other loved one. To say this is a difficult juggling act, is to say the least. This page is dedicated to you. We will add more and more helpful resources and links as time goes on. The stress of providing care can take a real toll on family caregivers. Stress Related Illnesses Unpaid CaregiversAccording to reports from state, local and federal government agencies; family caregivers are responsible for contributing an estimated $257 Billion dollars, annually, in free, unpaid care for a loved one. You'd think this contribution to society would at least provide a tax break, wouldn't you? Or perhaps a Thank You card? Seventeen percent of caregivers say they provide 40 or more hours of care per week. Sixty-two percent of family members, typically the adult daughter, juggle their caregiving duties around their jobs and careers. Thirty nine percent of care providers are men, the adult son. This number has risen from nineteen percent some ten years ago. Clearly, the adult daughter remains the primary care provider for her family, averaging sixty percent of all family providers. 
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