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Senior Fall Prevention: Help for Caregivers

Senior Fall Prevention: Help for Caregivers

By Kevin Gardenhire | April 20th, 2017 | No Comments

By mmLearn.org A third of all older adults fall every year, but less than half of seniors discuss fall-related concerns with healthcare providers, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This is particularly troubling considering that falls are the leading cause of

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How to BE with Someone Who is Dying

By Kevin Gardenhire | April 20th, 2017 | No Comments

By Cyndy Marsh The last time I saw Helen was at a planning meeting for our 25th high school reunion.  While we weren’t the closest of friends during our time in school, reminiscing and catching up during all our meetings helped us create a new kind of friendship.  As we shared

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Wheelchair Transfer Techniques: Advice for Caregivers

By Kevin Gardenhire | April 20th, 2017 | No Comments

By mmLearn.org Many wheelchair users and their caregivers are unfamiliar with proper methods for transferring to and from wheelchairs. While this task can be intimidating, it’s not insurmountable. Read on for basic information on wheelchair transfers, along with tips

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Help for Caregivers: Understanding Sundowner’s Syndrome

By Kevin Gardenhire | April 19th, 2017 | No Comments

By mmLearn.org If your caregiving duties become extra challenging in the late afternoon, you’re not alone. In fact, many people with dementia and Alzheimer’s experience dramatic changes in behavior during this time of day resulting in increased demands upon caregivers. The phenomenon

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The 411 on “Freezing” and Parkinson’s Disease

By Kevin Gardenhire | April 19th, 2017 | No Comments

By mmLearn.org As many as one million people in the United

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