Monthly Archives: March 2008

Adult Day Care Simply Expained

Posted on March 27, 2008 by MrElderCare

If you’re not familiar with the wonderful value of Adult Day Services, the folks a Gilbert Guide have written a short article that explains it well. It’s short and too the point. You may find adult day care is provides … Continue reading →

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Breakthrough in early diagnosis of dementias

Posted on March 14, 2008 by MrElderCare

A collaborative multi-institutional research study has been able to accurately classify different types of dementia using PET scanners. Until now, scientists have not been able to look deep within the brain to differentiate different types of dementia. The new research … Continue reading →

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Medicare Part D triggers increase in prescription drug costs

Posted on March 12, 2008 by MrElderCare

According to the watchdog report issued by the AARP, Medicare Part D is part of the reason mom and dad are seeing drug prices rise faster than the rate of inflation  . The report, produced by AARPs Public Policy Institute … Continue reading →

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Caring For Aging Parents: How To Set Boundaries

Posted on March 10, 2008 by MrElderCare

Just came across an article in the Shreveport Times by therapist David McMillian that’s worth a read. Caring for aging parents can exact a heavy price on the family caregivers. Caregiver stress is a serious issue that most caregivers pay … Continue reading →

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Early Alzheimer’s May Interfere With Driving

Posted on March 10, 2008 by MrElderCare

CBS news is reporting a study released on WebMD that states even early stages of Alzheimer’s disease may impair driving ability. The research by Brian Ott, MD, of Brown University and Rhode Island Hospital and others was released in today’s … Continue reading →

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