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The Plight Of The Elderly: Good, Bad, Debatable - - Joel Hendon
Discoveries over the past century, have brought unbelievable advances in drugs and other technologies. The average lifespan has almost doubled in my own lifetime. The average life expectancy a century ago was, I believe, in the mid or low forties. Although some few lived as much as 100 years, the... Submitted 2 years 6 days ago.

Who Is Going To Stand Up For Our Elderly? - Melodi Leonhardt
I am a nurse and mostly work in Long Term Care or as we no longer like to say nursing homes. We care ( most of us) for people who can no longer care for themselves at home, and either have no family ( thus we become their family) or family who choose not to, or can no longer care for them at... Submitted 126 days 12 hours ago.

Thank God And Kroger's For Senior Rewards! - - Bob Alexander
Thank God for Kroger's! I just discovered that there's a place for old people to go for companionship rather than having to trek down to the Senior Center and learn how to basket weave. I'm not sure the brain trust of this gigantic grocery chain ever envisioned their stores as a meeting place for... Submitted 3 years 243 days ago.

Laughing Our Way Into Old Age - Joel Hendon
Many people cringe at the thought of growing old. I, myself, used to flinch every time I passed into any new decade beyond 30. I just couldn't believe itwhy, I still felt like a boy. But it never weighed heavily on me as it does on some. And by the time I passed 50, wow, that's what I always... Submitted 4 years 86 days ago.

June 15th is Elder Abuse Awareness Day! - - MJNewell
Elder Abuse Remains a Hidden Problem- The majority of cases of elder abuse go unreported making it a hidden problem within the communities that we live in. There are many reasons why abuse goes undetected. Often the abuser is a family member and caregiver who is the sole lifeline for the... Submitted 240 days 18 hours ago.

Perspective on Aging Well - - Marijo Phelps
Leaves drifting down Yellow golden jewels Orange orbs fluttering Their final goodbye Wind whipped scarlet Tempest tossed, torn Reminding of snowy winter Submitted 1 year 131 days ago.

Home Care for A Grumpy, Opinioned, Senile and Aging Old Man! - - Bob Alexander
Caring for the aging when they are ill is not for the weak of heart, mind and body. As we all get older, the tendency to complain about the most insignificant thing, increases each day. Helping them through a painful experience can be an adventure for all involved. When a sick relative has an... Submitted 2 years 15 days ago.

Might You Someday Need Home Health Care; Well Don't Be Too Smug and Read This? - straight talk
Well the first thing high on your agenda is for you to always be alert that this situation can come on you suddenly without warning. Yes and also be aware of these so called agencies of help, be they state or private. It is too late once your in need. Why do I mention that, well there is no... Submitted 2 years 178 days ago.

The Soul That Waits - - Jean Purcell
Many souls are waiting upon the Lord for the time that He has in His hand. Older and younger men and women are in usual circumstances of illness or injury. Blessed, many wait upon the Lord, unknowing or suffering. All are known to God, precious in His eyes, and objects of His loving outreach... Submitted 2 years 296 days ago.

A Trip To a "Nursing" Home. - straight talk
Perhaps a peak at the future for some? Simply Speaking what most perceive concerning nursing homes can go either way. Keeping in mond ofr those who love their family memebr or loved one that it can be a moment of fear for us and our loved ones. Concerned or worried about their being exploited and... Submitted 3 years 86 days ago.

Medicare, Home Health Care and you. - straight talk
It seems I have become sort of a pseudo expert by nature of experience with Medicare, home health care and nursing facilities and what is reality. verses facade. Why, because I have about 5 years of taking care of my elderly mom with all three mentioned. Now here is the gist of it all, take it... Submitted 3 years 91 days ago.

The Destruction of Mom Part 2. - straight talk
In my opinion mom continues to be destroyed by a system that is designed to do just that. I use destruction to use a less offensive word, because, well she is old and has exceeded her allotted time . That is according to man and the bean counters. So let me try to place this into some sort of... Submitted 3 years 96 days ago.

The Reality of Health Care For the Elderly. - straight talk
The realities of health care for the elderly is that one can assume you will get care regardless of financial status or ability. However, the real reality of it all is there are certain criteria that goes into motion regardless if you have health care or not and if you are considered "Middle... Submitted 3 years 99 days ago.

The Systematic Destruction of Mom. - straight talk
A hard title for a hard situation. Now what I write about many and perhaps most will find agreement with those I write about. I expect that in many cases, not all many and in my opinion therein is a major issue of the day. Why things are as they are. You see mom is 94, "she has lived a good... Submitted 3 years 111 days ago.

It is the Ticket Home. - straight talk
Now many of you know my writing as being direct. So I am blunt because frankly certain things need to be addressed openly and honestly, with no fluff, political correctness, half truths or the rest of the story" talk. The ticket home is about leaving this earth for your eternity. It is a... Submitted 3 years 163 days ago.

I Defy These Politicians To Explain To Me How This Is Not Immoral or Not Sin? - straight talk
A very strong title relating to only one aspect that is a fact in America, Home Health Care or the facade that they project. Yes, in my opinion the facade. Why am I of that opinion? Well, if you are an older person currently in health then you better wake up and read this and my other articles... Submitted 4 years 19 days ago.

The Home Care Story for Families and Loved Ones. - - straight talk
For the many people and families who home care a loved one this article will strike a core. For those who have no idea, you may want to take notice. Now certainly many just walk away from a loved one in their time of most need and vulnerability. Many people are left alone to do for themselves.... Submitted 5 years 165 days ago.

Health Care - the New Façade! - - straight talk
Are you insured, do you have hospitalization? Well frankly, and my apologies for asking but in my opinion all I write to herein speaks to the rhetorical question of -who really gives a darn? Unfortunately, the new buzzword of this century, not many. I was reading today about this construction... Submitted 5 years 338 days ago.

Medicare- a Real Life Journey - - straight talk
In response to the changes and propaganda surrounding Medicare and Medicaid I though I‘d take you through a real life drama. Certainly no one will have the gumption to consider it newsworthy, but let me tell you it is real! It came about because I’ve been solicited by a number of people to become... Submitted 6 years 68 days ago.

Keep Seniors Independent and Involved -Practical Acts of Kindness - Ginny Dye
Sometimes elderly people can be fierce about maintaining their independence - some would say downright stubborn. But it is hard to give up taking care of oneself and give the reins over to someone else. It can diminish their spirits to depend on others to do tasks they used to do so easily. How... Submitted 6 years 141 days ago.

Prevent Elderly Abuse! Signs and Symptoms! - - MJNewell
The backlash is amazing. Family members that want this story suppressed is amazing. My brother told me to shut up or I would be sued..I am guessing that would be the harassment charge..Which by the way was denied by the judge. And my web site stays up. (see end of article) This website... Submitted 2 years 27 days ago.

This Could Be Your Grandpa: Indirect Euthanasia Via Health Insurance? - - Yamileth Medina
A sad story in Miami, Florida regarding health insurance was recently brought to my attention. It highlights the flaws inherent in both public and private health insurance plans, and is an example of why healthcare reform is so important. A friend of mine has an ailing grandfather, named Benito... Submitted 2 years 104 days ago.

How to Do Estate Planning - Laurence Harmon
As we age, many of us become infirm and experience loss of perception and memory. Although these circumstances are common, they challenge our friends and members of our families, and frequently result in a stressful environment that complicates the resolution of the underlying difficulties. Legal... Submitted 3 years 20 days ago.

Senior Care - 5 Ways to Provide Support for a Caregiver - - Rich Herman
Being a caregiver takes a lot of time and effort, especially if someone is caring for a person with Alzheimer's or some sort of dementia. Caregivers can easily get burned out or suffer health challenges of their own if they don't get the breaks and support that they need. Family members and... Submitted 3 years 360 days ago.

No Jail Time For Grandma! - - Bob Alexander
My diminutive, white haired, 88 year old mother-in-law and great grandmother, drives a red sports car and is now being threatened with prison time. Well, maybe not prison, because no one in their right mind wants to envision a little old lady pushing a walker and being led to the hoosegow by... Submitted 4 years 62 days ago.