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Tell Us: Do You Want to Know the Final Departure Time?

May 28 2013 in , by Denise

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This morning, I wrote a weekly comfort called Depart, which talks about making memories. We can’t know the day and time of a caree’s final departure–we can only do our best to make today count. Which makes me wonder: Do you want to know the day and time of the final departure? Would you want [...]

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What’s Your Color Today?

Mar 5 2013 in by Denise

How are you feeling today? We’d love to know; just complete our poll, below. And, if you’d like, share how you’re feeling (and why) in our comments section. (If you choose “Other” in our poll, please write in your own answer in the blank field.) Today, My Color Is… Related Articles After the Dementia Diagnosis: [...]

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Poll: Would You Take a Position as Family Care Manager?

Jan 15 2013 in by Denise

Yesterday, I wrote a post exploring the idea of a designated family caregiver in every family. (Read “The Future of Caregiving: A Designated Family Caregiver?“) In essences, families pool their money to hire another family member to be that family unit’s primary family caregiver. I call this position a Family Care Manager. Today, I’d love [...]

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Where Do You Shop for Caregiving Supplies?

Jan 5 2012 in , by Denise

About eight years ago, I met with a larger retailer (think bull’s-eye) and an incontinence product manufacturer. The manufacturer suggested that the retailer become a more attractive shopping experience for family caregivers and asked me to meet with their staff to share ideas. We talked about products to add and a store layout to modify [...]

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Poll: Does Your Doctor Know You Are a Family Caregiver?

Nov 1 2011 in , by Denise

I’ve been enjoying Trish‘s comments to my post, “A Theme for You.” Each of her comments has given me food for thought. Her last comment also gave me the idea for this week’s poll. I wonder: Does your doctor know you are a family caregiver? Meaning, have you told your doctor that you care for [...]

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How Do You Rate Against Non-Caregiving Peers?

Oct 13 2011 in , , by Denise

The New York Times Old Age blog featured an interesting story yesterday (Caregiving’s Hidden Benefits). Caregiving has some interesting benefits. Consider: 1. Family caregivers have a lower mortality rate than non-caregivers. 2. Family caregivers are physically stronger than non-caregivers. 3. Family caregivers scored better on memory tests than non-caregivers. 4. Caregiving can lengthen your life. [...]

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Poll: What’s Caregiving’s Worst Side Effect?

Sep 6 2011 in , by Denise

It would be wonderful if caregiving came wrapped with a label, like the one the pharmacist attaches to all medications, listing all its possible side effects: Caregiving can cause weight gain. Caregiving can make friends and family disappear. Caregiving can interfere with your ability to enjoy down time. So, in this week’s poll, I’d love [...]

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Today’s Poll: What Do You Need Today?

Aug 10 2011 in , by Denise

I think sometimes caregiving can feel like a day-to-day experience. Some days, you’re doing okay. Some days, you’re at the end of your rope. I’d love to know how you’re doing today and, more important, what do you need? Please vote in our poll and share in our comments section, below.

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When Was Your Last Day Off?

Jul 25 2011 in , by Denise

In the summer, we all think of vacation, a break, a day off. I wonder, though: How often can you take a day off? Please vote in our poll, below, and share any additional thoughts in our comments section. Resources We’re taking submissions for our Caregiving Art Show and our Help book! Be sure to [...]

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Poll: Do You Get Proper Nutrition?

Jul 8 2011 in , by Denise

Statistics released yesterday show that Americans continue to put on the pounds. “In the last 15 years, the report said, adult obesity rates have doubled or nearly doubled in 17 states,” reports the Los Angeles Times. “Two decades ago, not a single state had an obesity rate above 15%. Now all states do.” In light [...]

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Hospice vs Traditional Medicine

Jul 6 2011 in , , , , by Jo

Reading Shandi’s posts I couldn’t help but notice this one particular line: “Hospice amazing, the medical support I’ve looked for all year” I’ve not experienced hospice directly but the overwhelming majority of accounts that I read and hear say the same thing.  It begs the question, Why? Is it that with hospice finally comes a much longed for focus [...]

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Poll: Trouble Paying for Care?

Jun 17 2011 in , by Denise

The worry about money can be make the days long and nights even longer. In this week’s poll, sponsored by Caregiving.com and eCareDiary.com, we wonder: Have you had difficulty paying for your caree’s care? Please vote and share your comments, below. Have You Ever Had Trouble Paying for Your Caree’s Care?survey software Resources Caregiving Comforts, [...]

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Poll: Do You Get Help So You Can Take a Break?

Jun 7 2011 in , by Denise

In this week’s poll, sponsored by Caregiving.com and eCareDiary.com, we ask about whether or not you get hire (hired or volunteer) so that you can take a break from caregiving. Please vote below and share any additional thoughts in our comments section, below. Do you get help so you can take a break?customer surveys Updates [...]

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Poll: What Would You Like the MD to Ask YOU?

May 11 2011 in , by Denise

You have a relationship with your caree’s physician, but often it can feel one-sided. You ask, he or she answers. Wouldn’t it be great if the doctor took time to ask you? In this week’s poll, sponsored by Caregiving.com and eCareDiary.com, we ask: What would you like the doctor to ask you? Vote below and [...]

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Poll: The Toughest Talk

May 4 2011 in , by Denise

This week’s poll, sponsored by Caregiving.com and eCareDiary.com asks: What was the most difficult conversation with your caree? Please vote below and share in our comments section. What Was the Most Difficult Conversation With Your Caree?Market Research Related Articles Poll: Does Your Employer Provide Flexibility? (caregiving.com) Poll: What’s Hard to Accept? (caregiving.com)

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Poll: Your Day’s Toughest Time

Apr 19 2011 in , by Denise

In this week’s poll, sponsored by Caregiving.com and eCareDiary.com, we ask: What’s the hardest part of your day? Please vote and then share in our comments section. What’s the Hardest Part of Your Day?survey software

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Poll: Does Your Caree Have Balance Issues?

Mar 9 2011 in , by Denise

In this week’s, poll, sponsored by Caregiving.com and eCareDiary.com, we ask: Does your caree have balance issues? Please vote and then share in our comments section below. Does Your Caree Have Balance Issues?survey software

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Poll: What Have You Gained?

Mar 2 2011 in , by Denise

In this week’s poll, sponsored by Caregiving.com and eCareDiary.com, we ask: In caregiving, what have you gained? Please vote and share any additional thoughts in our comments section. In Caregiving, What Have You Gained?customer surveys

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Poll: Does Your Employer Provide Flexibility?

Feb 22 2011 in , by Denise

Working and caregiving can be tough to mix: They both are full-time jobs. In this week’s poll, sponsored by Caregiving.com and eCareDiary.com, we ask: Does your employer provide the flexibility you need? Please vote and feel free to share your stories in our comments section. Does Your Employer Provide the Flexibility You Need as a [...]

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Poll: What’s Hard to Accept?

Feb 17 2011 in , by Denise

In yesterday’s free webinar, “Surviving Caregiving: The Power of Acceptance,” we looked at ways to move to acceptance so that caregiving seems doable rather than just plain awful. So, in this week’s poll, I wonder: What’s hard to accept? Please vote in our poll below and feel free to share your thoughts in our comments [...]

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Poll: Do You Have a Caregiving Back-Up Plan?

Feb 8 2011 in , by Denise

“Life is what happens to us while we are making other plans.” ~ Allen Saunders Certainly, caregiving changed your life plans. It also demands planning and scheduling. And, then, when bad weather or flu or another emergency gets in the way, it demands a Plan B (and sometimes a Plan C and D). In this [...]

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This Week’s Poll: Do You Check Medication Expiration Dates?

Feb 2 2011 in , by Denise

You check the expiration date on your milk. How about medications? That’s our question in this week’s poll, sponsored by Caregiving.com and eCareDiary.com. Please vote below. Do You Check Medications for an Expiration Date?survey software

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