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An Online Community about Eldercare

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We created "A Place for Mom's Family" to help you connect with others who are coping with the same elder care challenges.  Join us today and get answers to your questions, share your experiences, or help answer other's questions. Choose a discussion topic and jump right in!

Pamala Temple, Brian Trisler and John Temple  -  Co-Founders of A Place for Mom

Forums Last Post Threads Posts
No unread posts Local Events
A forum where families can find senior related events in their areas and where professionals can post events.
Subforum(s) NorthEast Events, SouthEast Events, Mid-Atlantic Events, Midwest Events, Northwest Events, California Events, Texas Events, Southwest Events
New developments...
08-20-2008 10:11 AM
 
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No unread posts Legal & Financial Matters in Eldercare
Discussion of common legal and financial issues relating to eldercare such as Power of Attorney, paying for seniorcare and estate planning.
Subforum(s) Fraud and Scams, Medicare and Medicaid
Theft and Exploitation...
08-17-2008 12:10 PM
 
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No unread posts Dementia & Alzheimer's disease
Discussions related to Dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
New developments...
08-20-2008 9:37 AM
 
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No unread posts Elder Health
Browse information about choosing a doctor, dental health, stroke, incontinence, falls and more.
Subforum(s) Incontinence, Dental Health, Warning Signs, Falls, Choosing a Doctor, Emergency Preparedness, Stroke
Elder Healthcare
by Mark
08-20-2008 11:52 AM
 
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No unread posts Moving Mom and Dad
Strategies and ideas around simplifying a move into senior housing.
Re: Article: Choosing...
08-18-2008 10:15 PM
 
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No unread posts News
Stay current on the latest news about aging and eldercare.
New developments...
08-20-2008 9:48 AM
 
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No unread posts Driving and the Elderly
Discussions about determining when a loved one is no longer safe to be driving, and tactics around taking the keys away.
Re: Possible liability...
07-14-2008 8:11 PM
 
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No unread posts Coping with the Guilt
A forum for discussing strategies to handle some of the guilt around eldercare.
Re: Article: Coping...
08-12-2008 5:47 PM
 
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No unread posts Parenting your parents
Thoughts and discussions about this common role-reversal and how to manage it.
Re: Need Help
08-20-2008 3:45 PM
 
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No unread posts Everyday Challenges
a loved one with dementia or Alzheimer’s can sometimes be a stressful and draining experience. Share tips, experiences and strategies for coping with problem behaviors.
New developments...
08-20-2008 11:43 AM
 
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