This coming Fourth of July marks the fourteenth
anniversary of
Today’s Caregiver magazine. By the way,
the fourteenth anniversary present is jewelry. I’m not
picky, diamonds, emeralds, whatever can fit in a mail pouch
is fine with me. In reviewing the past 168 months of
publishing, I am most grateful for the articles, poems and
stories that have been passed over the transom by family
caregivers. No knock on the care professionals,
journalists and writers who have graced our pages, but
nothing compares to the heartfelt intimacy and wisdom of a
story which is faxed or emailed with the note “I am not a
writer, so don’t laugh, but I just had to share this story.”
These are always the articles which get the most response
for their spot-on advice and tremendously helpful insights.
So, keep those cards, letters and poems coming.
This
past week has encompassed one sad passing of a public figure
after another. We send our condolences to all of these
families, from
Ed McMahon, a caregiver and cover interview from a few
years ago, to Farrah Fawcett, Billy Mays, Fred Travelino and
of course, Michael Jackson. For all we know these
people in their public personas, they also leave behind
grieving parents, sons, daughters and friends who remember
them as more than public figures. The Michael Jackson
family saga also reminds us that no matter how old you are
(or who you are,) there is no better time than the present
to make sure that your family does not have the burden of
trying to uncover your wishes in their time of grief.
Take the time to put your advanced directives, wills and
final wishes together. Sit with your adult family members to
share your thoughts on these matters and let people know
where the important documents are in case of emergencies.
After all, the gift of preparation is the greatest gift
you can give your family in their time of need.
Our
anniversary gift to you
Take care
Gary Barg
Editor-in-Chief
gary@caregiver.com
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Feature Article |
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Cancer Therapy Nutrition |
By Angela Medieros, Staff Writer
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The effects of cancer therapy can be draining on the body and spirit. Side effects like diminished taste sensation and upset stomach affect one’s ability to enjoy food and stay nourished. Dietary changes throw off physical and emotional balance. With proper thought and safe experimentation, nutritional continuity can be enhanced...Continued
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Care Verse |
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By Bill E. Goldberg
I read him poetry,
and he cries.
He’s eighty two and has Alzheimer’s...Continued
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Special Article |
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Myth: Increased Doses of Painkillers
Cause Death
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By
Jennifer Buckley
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Many professional and family
caregivers deem increasing the amount of prescription
pain medication, for chronically ill people in pain, an
unacceptable act. Terminally ill people are literally
dying with an unnecessary amount of pain because of the
negative stigma attached to administering surplus
pain-killing opioids when needed. ...Continued
(Do you have a story?
Tell us.)
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Caretips |
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Natural Constipation Helper |
by Cheryl Ellis, Staff Writer
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When prescribed pain medication causes
constipation, individuals may be reluctant
to continue taking the medicine, or they may
continue taking it and bear the pain of an
out of balance digestive system...Continued |
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Carenotes |
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How do other caregivers deal
with the loneliness of
caring for your loved one ?
I work 2 jobs and Mom goes
to day care from 7:30 - 3:00
pm Monday - Friday. I am
very thankful to just have
this time for work. I do
feel very alone.....most do
not really understand what
being a full time caregiver
means.
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