This post is one of a five-part series by Linda Hitt Kempf, RN, LNHA about the latest research and help for patients and family members dealing with Alzheimer’s disease.Q. What's the best resource to help us learn about our family member with Alzheimer’s? –BobLinda Hitt Kempf, … [Read more...] about Learning About Alzheimers, part 1: How can I learn about Alzheimer’s?
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A Different Way to Retire
Volunteering in the communityDon Parkinson retired as the senior vice president and chief franchise officer of KFC in 2000 at the age of 57. In that same year, Parkinson and his wife, Libby, had a house built in Naples, Fla., where they had planned to live out their retirement.“I … [Read more...] about A Different Way to Retire
They’re Moving and Grooving!
Avid Cardinal fans Elmo and Martha Martin stay active through volunteering, exercising, and dancing.Photo by Patti HartogStaying active and healthy comes easily for square dancers Elmo and Martha Martin, both 85. The couple exercise at the YMCA every day except Sunday. In … [Read more...] about They’re Moving and Grooving!
3 things caregivers should do
If you suddenly become a caregiver, it can be difficult to know where to start. Elisabeth Knight, a social worker at Louisville’s Caring Excellence, shares three basic steps for caregivers.She recommends that caregivers receive education about their loved one’s diagnosis, seek … [Read more...] about 3 things caregivers should do
The Smart Recovery Checklist
Recovering from surgery or a prolonged acute illness takes time and patience. It also calls for practical adjustments, especially for those living alone. Fortunately, with some thought and creativity, many everyday tasks can be simplified to make maximum use of limited energy. … [Read more...] about The Smart Recovery Checklist