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L.A. City Controller, Wendy Greuel's audit lists 21 recommendations for the LADOA's fiscal and program operations, focused on three programs that receive two-thirds of the Department's annual funding.
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Holiday gatherings offer an ideal time for families to have "The Talk" and discuss critical issues regarding their senior family member's health and possible caregiving needs.
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Posted Medicare Enrollment Period Extended for Beneficiaries Affected by Hurricane Sandy
in Your Turn to CareMedicare beneficiaries living in the affected areas will have an opportunity to enroll in or switch to another plan past the original Dec. 7 deadline. -
September 21st is Alzheimer's Action Day. With over 5 million Americans afflicted with this devastating disease, and a rapidly aging population, there is no time to waste.
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Learn what precautions, behaviors, and actions can help protect against becoming a victim of elder financial abuse or exploitation at the hands of others.
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There are 7,000-10,000 individuals who turn 65 every day. By 2030, every 1 in 5 drivers will be a senior citizen.
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Management of a loved one's medication can be a daunting task for caregivers, but one that's essential to keeping them healthy and safe.
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Alzheimer's is a devastating disease that wears out caregivers and their families. The Wellness Day focuses on providing resources, support and opportunities for renewal.
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We are saddened by the passing of our dear friend Cora Kreachbaum, an amazing and generous woman who shared her story with us.
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Pooham Bhatla was a long distance caregiver who crossed continents to be with her father.
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Wayne Kaplan's elderly father was very ill when the family decided it was time to honor his end of life wishes.
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When Victor Gentile put his life on hold to help a dying friend he got the best job he ever had.
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Plans can change, and for Kathy that brought an unexpected gift of time.
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Gunn Leater is a 47-year old single woman who left her career six years ago to care for her aging father full time, after the death of her mother.
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Monica Potter currently stars on NBC's breakout hit, Parenthood, as Kristina Braverman, a mom struggling to raise two kids. Monica is a mother of three and hopes to use the exposure from Parenthood to bring her views on parenting and family life to a wider audience.
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All too many people postpone "The Talk" with their parents, fearing the discussion might lead to emotional distress for everyone involved. But as actress Monica Potter (Parenthood) explains, having "The Talk" can actually be a reassuring and even life-affirming experience.
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At some point you may feel concern or even fear that your parents should no longer drive an automobile. This is one of the most important deliberations, considerations and possible actions you will probably face as the family caregiver.
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In the past 20 years, long term care for the elderly has shifted away from traditional settings like nursing homes to a variety of community based environments including adult day healthcare centers.
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Occupational therapist, Purnima Karia, tells how she assesses a senior's ability to continue driving.
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Your Turn To Care isn't just a TV show and website, it's also community. With that in mind, we'd love to get video updates from our viewers about the challenges and inspirations of caregiving.
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When aging parents begin to lose their independence, their adult children are left scrambling to figure out how to fill in the gaps. Thanks to a network of volunteers, seniors can once again reach out to their "village" for a helping hand.
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One of the most difficult "talks" adult children can have with their aging parents is about driving. For 41-year old Kristin Leidig-Sears, that conversation came sooner than she expected.
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The Urquiza family fits into what's now known as the "40-70 Rule;" if you're in your 40's, you probably have parents in their 70's.
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Dealing with end of life issues? Considering palliative care? We'd love to hear your stories about some of the themes and issues we'll be dealing with in episode 4 of Your Turn to Care, "Heal."
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For most people today, there is a period of time, sometimes years, before a seriously or critically ill senior can no longer function. Author of Passages in Caregiving Gail Sheehy, discusses how a senior approaching the end of life should not be "waiting to die."
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Author Gail Sheehy brings up how after a few years of caregiving, the physical strain can be so overwhelming that the caregiver feels they "can't do it anymore." When is it time to ask for help?
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Dealing with assisted living? Dealing with a gerontologist? We'd love to hear your stories about some of the themes and issues we'll be dealing with in episode 3 of Your Turn to Care, "Ask."
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Gary Small, M.D. is a professor of psychiatry and director of the UCLA Center on Aging at the Semel Institute for Neuroscience & Human Behavior.
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Download an excerpt from Gary Small, M.D.'s The Alzheimer's Prevention Program.
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Noted author Gail Sheehy stresses the critical need for caregivers to take a break every day from the consuming demands of caregiving.
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L.A. City Controller, Wendy Greuel's audit lists 21 recommendations for the LADOA's fiscal and program operations, focused on three programs that receive two-thirds of the Department's annual funding.
-
Holiday gatherings offer an ideal time for families to have "The Talk" and discuss critical issues regarding their senior family member's health and possible caregiving needs.
-
Posted Medicare Enrollment Period Extended for Beneficiaries Affected by Hurricane Sandy
in Your Turn to CareMedicare beneficiaries living in the affected areas will have an opportunity to enroll in or switch to another plan past the original Dec. 7 deadline. -
September 21st is Alzheimer's Action Day. With over 5 million Americans afflicted with this devastating disease, and a rapidly aging population, there is no time to waste.
-
Learn what precautions, behaviors, and actions can help protect against becoming a victim of elder financial abuse or exploitation at the hands of others.
-
There are 7,000-10,000 individuals who turn 65 every day. By 2030, every 1 in 5 drivers will be a senior citizen.
-
Management of a loved one's medication can be a daunting task for caregivers, but one that's essential to keeping them healthy and safe.
-
Alzheimer's is a devastating disease that wears out caregivers and their families. The Wellness Day focuses on providing resources, support and opportunities for renewal.
-
We are saddened by the passing of our dear friend Cora Kreachbaum, an amazing and generous woman who shared her story with us.
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Pooham Bhatla was a long distance caregiver who crossed continents to be with her father.
