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91: The Complete Parent Care Guide
Family care giving is an increasing phenomenon as the aging population grows. In the US one in four families cares for the sick, disabled and persons over 50 years of age....

92: Seniors Beyond Age Eighty May Need Extra TLC to be Able to Enter the Cyber-world for Fun and Profit
It could be worth your effort and pay off big time to introduce the senior in your life to the fascinating and absorbing world of computers....

93: Elderly Man Burglarized By Gas Company Criminal
The elderly have always been victims and targets of crime....

94: How to Shift from Daddy's Girl to Dad's Caregiver
Ever wondered how you could nurture and give back to your aging parents as they have cared for you? With millions of baby boomers now responsible for aging parents, many are asking, "How do I balance taking care of my parents as well as myself?" If you are feeling torn by Sandwich Generation pressures, follow these 9 tips to help with your caregiving....

95: Are You Drowning in Caregiving?
Most adult children fall into caregiving as a result of an incident that placed their elder in a crisis situation. After the dust settles and reality sets in, often we realize that our lives have changed and this change is often not welcomed....

96: Dealing With Demntia
It is like caring for a child in reverse order. With a child we wait with anticipation as they grow through new stages. We watch for them to sit up, then take their first steps, potty train, talk, ride their first bike, and on and on. Well, with aging and dementia, it really is the same process in reverse....

97: Planning For The The Frail Period
But no matter how they made you feel, you should always watch elders carefully. They were you and you will be them. You carry the seeds of your old age in you at this very moment, and they hear the echoes of their childhood each time they see you. Kent Nerburn, "Letters to My Son"...

98: Elderly in Jeopardy During Heat Wave
Summer heat waves pose a very real danger to the eldely....

99: Nine Types of Assisted Living and Explanations of Each
It is never to early to learn about the types of assisted living, this information may be needed for a friend, neighbor, family member or eventually for ourselves. Be prepared and know what types of services are available....

100: Special Considerations And Tips For Senior Citizens Travel
Senior citizens are special and have special needs and considerations when traveling....