NOMINATE the Caregiver of the Month of March NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN for Caregiver of the Month Click on the link above to nominate The Caregiver’s Voice next Professional or Family Caregiver of the Month. January 2012 Caregiver of the Month, Claire writes (edited): I thank my sister, Linda, for [...]
The Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) Biomarker Expert Working Group just published a new paper in Neurobiology of Aging. They recommend that certain AD biomarkers be used for clinical assessments, enrolling study participants, and as an outcome in AD clinical trials. Biomarkers, Alzheimer’s, and clinical tr[...]
I wish I had these interactive books for memory impaired adults while caring for my father. I know he would have spent hours perusing the photos, reminiscing about things deep in the recesses of his mind. For example, the Statue of Liberty picture in the America [TCV Update 11/5/2023: Direct URL to[...]
You don’t have to be a DOG LOVER to LOVE this video! Nono, a Golden Retriever, and Sia, a Danish Broholmer go out for a bite to eat. If the video link does not work, copy and paste this url in your browser. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EVwlMVYqMu4 Thanks, Les Hurdle for bringing this to the [...]
NOMINATE The Caregiver’s Voice Caregiver of the Month NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN for Caregiver of the Month (of March) Click on the link above. Deadline: February 10, 2012 January 2012 Caregiver of the Month, Claire writes (edited): I thank my sister, Linda, for nominating me for this award, [...]
“Relative in Distress” telephone scams targeting U.S. Citizens from within and outside of the U.S. are on the rise. 10 Tips to avoid being the target of fraud.[...]
Ask TCV: How do I cope with compassion fatigue? TCV: It is difficult. It is like walking on the tightrope of care. As a professional (or family caregiver), you try to find that magical balance between being involved enough to provide compassionate care while fulfilling your own needs. Yet, both fam[...]
LAS VEGAS, Jan. 10, 2012 – Today, Independa will announce a strategic relationship with Zenith, the U.S. R&D subsidiary of LG Electronics, to deploy technology that will provide residents of eldercare facilities an industry-first suite of video calling, messaging, reminders and other services th[...]
Leeza Gibbons and Novartis want your Words of Wisdom (WOW). Submit your advice about finding strength and support during your Alzheimer’s caregiving journey for a chance to win a $100 gift card and have your insights featured on Alzheimer’s Disease.com. Leeza will be judging the entries [...]
Brenda Avadian, MA, Caregiver Spokesperson and Coach answers three questions from colleague, Don Grimes of the Women’s Long Term Care Project. [TCV update 11/30/2023: This URL is no longer available.] Grimes sent The Caregiver’s Voice several questions about caring for a loved one with[...]
Nominations are due January 10th for The Caregiver’s Voice February Caregiver of the Month. Inspire fellow caregivers and professionals during this month, which celebrates Valentine’s Day! The Family or Professional Caregiver who shows unconditional love while caring for his/her loved on[...]
CONGRATULATIONS Claire Abel for being named The Caregiver’s Voice Caregiver of the Month of January, 2012! Nominated by Claire’s sister Linda Van Kessler Claire Abel is my sister who has been caring for our 102-year old mom for the past fifteen years in her (Claire’s) home after ou[...]
