A Place for Mom's Family

An Online Community about Eldercare

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No unread posts Community Guidelines
How to use the online eldercare community, A Place for Family
Subforum(s) Suggestions and Feedback 		Re: Founders of...
05-13-2010 3:25 PM
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No unread posts Newsletters from A Place for Mom's Family
Browse through past editions of the bi-monthly newsletter from A Place for Mom's Family.
 Let's Talk Elder...
08-16-2010 1:37 PM
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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: How do I keep...
08-24-2010 1:46 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) Senior Activities, Diabetes & Eldercare, Incontinence, Elderly Depression, Dental Health, Warning Signs, Falls, Choosing a Doctor, Emergency Preparedness, General Health Issues Affecting the Elderly, Nutrition, Senior Activities 		Cholesterol: Top...
09-02-2010 7:35 PM
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No unread posts Illnesses & Diseases
Discussions about illnesses common to the elderly such as MRSA, Pneumonia, the Flu and more.
Subforum(s) Cancer, Stroke, Parkinson's Disease 		Tony and Elizabeth...
10-28-2009 6:54 PM
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No unread posts Dementia & Alzheimer's disease
Discussions related to Dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
Subforum(s) Alzheimer's Online Support Group 		Re: Having my mother...
09-02-2010 12:07 PM
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No unread posts Aggression & Anxiety
Aggression among those with Alzheimer's disease and dementia is not unusual. Anxiety is a very common experience among the elderly. Learn about and share your experiences with these very challenging symptoms.
 Re: Sundowner's
04-03-2009 7:17 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.
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08-24-2010 1:40 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, Veteran's Aid and Attendance, Long Term Care Insurance 		Re: Learn How To...
09-04-2010 8:28 AM
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No unread posts Coping with the Guilt
A forum for discussing strategies to handle some of the guilt around eldercare.
 Guilt
03-16-2010 4:36 PM
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No unread posts Moving Mom and Dad
Strategies and ideas around simplifying a move into senior housing.
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08-04-2010 9:03 AM
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No unread posts Aging in Place
Many seniors and families choose to make modifications to the home environment so they can "age in place." Talk about this option with others!
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08-31-2010 8:12 AM
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No unread posts Choosing Care
Articles and discussions about making the best care choices for our aging parents and loved ones
 A New Book for Seniors...
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08-20-2010 8:52 PM
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No unread posts Humor is the best medicine!
Caring for aging loved ones can be stressful and worrying. Take a moment for yourself and don't forget to laugh!
..“Medication errors...
11-11-2009 5:11 AM
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No unread posts Charities
So many wonderful people and organizations dedicate their lives to the wellbeing of our aging loved ones. Let's never forget to give back!
 Aging with Dignity...
02-27-2009 11:35 AM
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No unread posts News & Politics
Stay current on the latest news about aging and eldercare.
 Wall Street Journal...
08-26-2010 10:18 AM
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No unread posts Memorials & Grieving
After the caring is done, share your memories and feelings. Recall the wonderful, inspiring moments as well as the very real, human moments that make us all who we are.
Subforum(s) Tributes 		a Favorite poem...
04-06-2010 12:41 PM
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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, Local Events Archive 		Hospice 101 - Sept...
09-08-2010 2:43 PM
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No unread posts Parenting your parents
Thoughts and discussions about this common role-reversal and how to manage it.
"Once a Man...
09-08-2010 5:57 PM
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No unread posts Caregivers Support Forum
An online support group for caregivers
Subforum(s) Keeping yourself Healthy 		How to Celebrate...
06-14-2010 7:33 PM
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No unread posts Celebrating Moms and Dads
Inspirational stories about Mothers and Fathers
 Geraniums of Love
05-07-2010 4:50 PM
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