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Experience 12 Minutes In Alzheimer’s Dementia

Take a look at this video, do you think it represents Dementia correctly?

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Role Reversal

As our parents age, many of us find ourselves in the difficult position of parenting our parents, and the challenge is to do so while always respecting their dignity, remaining sensitive to their abilities and understanding their need for control

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When men care

How many male caregivers do you know? Are they husbands, sons, extended family or friends? Are they caregivers to the elderly or to those with cancer, multiple sclerosis, dementia or AIDS?

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DEMAND FOR HOME CARE IN CANADA EXCEEDING RESOURCES

In 2011, 1.4 million Canadians received home care, a 55 percent increase from 2008.

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10 ways to simplify caregiving

Most of life’s big changes come with some degree of anxiety as we enter uncharted waters. Becoming a caregiver to an aged parent shares many of these traits: a sense of accomplishment, greater intimacy and inner growth, as well as challenges and fears.

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All About Estates

Death and Taxes

Most individuals do not deliberately die in order to create their estate – it is a foregone conclusion.

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Caregiver Agreements, What are they?

I am frequently asked about payment of family members who have assumed a primary caregiving role. While there is no one answer, there are a few key considerations.

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Altherizers poem

An Alzheimer’s Request

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When Can I Start Acting As Attorney for Property?

Recently, several clients have asked us: “I am my mother/father/aunt/uncle’s attorney for property. He/she is having problems remembering things, or has become sick. When do I start acting?” While this seems like a simple question, it is not always clear, and can sometimes be difficult for an appointed attorney to determine.

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News Release – Helping Families Care for Sick Loved Ones

If passed, the legislation would allow caregivers to focus their attention on what matters most — providing care and support to their loved ones — without the fear of losing their job.

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