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Assessing Capacity and Decision Making in Elderly Patients: A Guide for Families and Caregivers

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Assessing Capacity and Decision Making in Elderly Patients: A Guide for Families and Caregivers

This guide provides essential insights into assessing the capacity and decision-making abilities of elderly patients. It covers the importance of informed consent, the use of formal assessment tools, legal considerations, and strategies for supporting autonomy and ensuring well-being.

Preventing Accidental Elder Abuse: Shedding Light on Senior Neglect

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Preventing Accidental Elder Abuse: Shedding Light on Senior Neglect

From missed medication to poor hygiene and lack of communication, discover ways to ensure the safety and well-being of your loved ones. Share your experiences and tips on senior caregiving with others to support and advocate for seniors in need.

Kerri Kasem Banned From Seeing Her Dad

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Kerri Kasem Banned From Seeing Her Dad

Elder abuse comes in many ways. Keri Kasem was denied access to her father as he was declining. learn how Kasem turned her experience around to help others

Elder Abuse Concerns

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Elder Abuse Concerns

Learn how to help a neighbor who is dealing with elder abuse concerns. From understanding HIPPA laws to finding the right resources, we provide tips for advocating for your neighbor's safety and well-being.

It's "National Honor Our LGBT Elders Day." And here is why their own special day is needed

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It's "National Honor Our LGBT Elders Day." And here is why their own special day is needed

May 17th is National Honor Our LGBT Elders Day, an initiative to recognize and support the aging LGBT population. With an estimated 3 million LGBT people over 55 in the US, it's important to address the unique challenges and needs of this community, including elder care sensitive to gay culture.

Safety Tips for Seniors to Prevent Purse Snatching

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Safety Tips for Seniors to Prevent Purse Snatching

Connie, a senior citizen from New Jersey, shares her personal experience and tips on how to stay safe from purse snatching and identity theft. Learn how to protect yourself and your valuables while shopping and in public places.

Ensuring Safe and Effective In-Home Care for the Elderly

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Ensuring Safe and Effective In-Home Care for the Elderly

Bringing strangers into your home for in-home care can be a daunting task. Learn important steps to take to ensure the safety and security of your loved ones and valuables, including background checks, financial protection, and setting clear expectations for care.

SCAM ALERT: Caregiver Social Isolation, Vulnerability and Social Media Interaction

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SCAM ALERT: Caregiver Social Isolation, Vulnerability and Social Media Interaction

As a caregiver, social isolation can make you vulnerable to online scams. Learn how to protect yourself from the manipulations of scammers on Facebook and other social media platforms, and how to spot red flags in online relationships.

Five Star Senior Living Prevents Family Caregiver from Seeing His Father. Can This Happen to You?

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Five Star Senior Living Prevents Family Caregiver from Seeing His Father. Can This Happen to You?

One caregiver's story of being prevented from visiting their father at a Five Star Senior Living facility and the implications for other caregivers in similar situations.

Behind Closed Doors Elderly Care Exposed: Elder Abuse and Neglect

Behind Closed Doors Elderly Care Exposed: Elder Abuse and Neglect

Learn about the different types and impacts of elder abuse and neglect and how to prevent and address it. Share your stories and ask questions to gain support and knowledge from others in similar caregiving situations.

Elder Abuse : Adult Protective Services is Not Helping

Elder Abuse : Adult Protective Services is Not Helping

This is one family member's struggling to report elder abuse and not getting a response for adult protective services.