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A New Strategy to Meet the Needs of the Elderly by Alan Lipton
Geriatric Care Management:
Getting older isn't what it used to be. There was a time when senior members of the community lived amongst their extended family, relying on their children or grandchildren for support. But as the Baby Boomer generation pushes the population's media age higher and higher, and as each generation seems to move farther and farther from its geographical roots, the act of younger generations caring for their elderly relatives is becoming less common. Nowadays, the elderly must find alternative ways to receive the type of care they need, though many seniors are reluctant to move into retirement homes or assisted living facilities.
Read more ..."The negative psychological effects of caring for someone with dementia linger long after that person has died. Previous research on caregivers shows that they have higher levels of depression than non-caregivers, especially if they are looking after someone with dementia. When the person dies, there is grief - naturally - but one might expect some psychological improvement once the burden of caregiving has been lifted." - from HealthandAge.com
Read more ...Being a senior citizen actually has some advantages! First of all, there are a variety of discounts available for seniors. Lots of restaurants are known for having senior discounts. There are also discounts on airfare and other transportation venues. Seniors discounts can also be had at many resorts and popular destinations for seniors. Seniors may enjoy a vast array of activities as they travel. The travel industry has begun to realize that senior travelers are a vital and important part of the travel arena.
Seniors have just as diverse a range of travel interests as anyone and here are a few popular choices:
1. Musical and Broadway shows: Sitting down to watch a musical or a play doesn't require any strenuous activity and is popular with seniors, especially the culture buffs. Because of this, New York and London make very popular destinations because of the wide variety of shows on offer. In both locations, seniors are spoiled for choice.
2. Cruises: Cruises are a very exciting
From a close friend of the family. This is the best tasting chili I have ever had! I dream about this one...!
1 lb. Chorizo
1 lb. Hamburger
2 lb. Stew meat
4-6 links, sweet Italian sausage
1 large can pinto beans
1 can kidney beans
1 can garbanzo beans (optional)
1 jar La Victoria salsa
1 large can stewed tomato
3 T. red chili powder
1 tsp. Black pepper
½ can beer
Good Meal to Keep In Freezer for Last Minute Guests
3 lb. sirloin tip roast garlic salt
3 green peppers salt/pepper
1 onion 1 stick margarine
2 Tbsp. Italian seasoning 3 c. water
1 clove garlic 2 beef bouilion
A New Orleans legend! Rich and decadent, this will impress and delight young and old alike. Be careful in the kitchen with this one or better yet have someone make it for you!
Information that might be of particular interest to our caregiver community...
A New Strategy to Meet the Needs of the Elderly by Alan Lipton
Geriatric Care Management:
Getting older isn't what it used to be. There was a time when senior members of the community lived amongst their extended family, relying on their children or grandchildren for support. But as the Baby Boomer generation pushes the population's media age higher and higher, and as each generation seems to move farther and farther from its geographical roots, the act of younger generations caring for their elderly relatives is becoming less common. Nowadays, the elderly must find alternative ways to receive the type of care they need, though many seniors are reluctant to move into retirement homes or assisted living facilities.
One of the funniest books I have ever read. Jim holds tenuously to a probationary position as an instructor at a small English university and his hopes for reappointment rest solely ...
You know you are over the hill when -
- You and your teeth don't sleep together.
- It takes two tries to get up from the couch.
- You try to straighten out the wrinkles in your socks and discover you aren't wearing any.
- At the breakfast table you hear snap, crackle, pop and you're not eating cereal.
- When you're on vacation and your energy runs out before your money does.
