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How can I help my 82-year-old mother overcome her fear of falling?

Question - You're right to be concerned about your mother: A fear of falling is actually a risk factor for falling. In your mother's case, her fear has led her to restrict her activities, which could lead to a decline in her physical abilities, putting her at greater risk of falling.

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Is one of the side effects of chemo a tendency to fall down?

Question - Chemotherapy can cause a number of side effects that can afffect your balance and movement and lead you to fall down more frequently. One of the most common side effects of many chemo drugs is central and peripheral neuropathy (injury to the nerves from chemotherapy that interferes with their normal function)...

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FAQ: When Should I Call 911 After a Fall?

Question - In general, you should call 911 after a fall if the person is:

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FAQ: What Should I Be Looking for After a Fall to Be Sure My Loved One Is OK?

Question - To be sure your loved one is OK after having had a fall, spend some time watching him or her carefully, with an eye toward detecting any worsening in physical or mental function (compared to before the fall). Is she limping or grimacing when she walks? No longer able to put on her cardigan? More wobbly in her balance...

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FAQ: What Should I Tell the Doctors in Urgent Care or the Emergency Room About the Faller's Dementia?

Question - You should be prepared to relay a lot of information. Especially after a fall, it's important that someone accompany a person with dementia to see the doctor, in order to help relay essential facts to the medical team.

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What could be the cause of frequent falls for my father?

Question - There are two kinds of falls in older adults: those that occur as a result of an accident, and those that signal there's some kind of underlying condition. The first kind is seen in more robust elders, can happen anywhere, either at or away from home, is normally a one-time occurrence, and -- if the person is injured -- usually results in a good recovery...

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What's the best way to catch my 91-year-old mother when she falls?

Question - Once the momentum of a fall starts, it's difficult to stop it. You're at risk of injuring her as well as yourself if you try to stop the fall. It's better to try to slow down the fall to prevent her from injuring herself and you.

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Why do eyelashes grow in and fall out since chemotherapy?

Question - Many cancer survivors report problems with eyelashes and eyebrows continuing to fall out, or growing in thinner or shorter, several years after they completed chemotherapy. Chemotherapy can cause long-term changes to the hair follicles, which is why the hair on your head often comes back a different color or texture than it was before...

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How can I help my dad correct his bad Parkinson's posture to avoid falling over?

Question - Parkinson's disease patients lose the "automatic pilot" programs in the brain that normally let you do many complex tasks without thinking about them. Spouses and family often try to help by telling a patient to straighten up or to make sure to swing both arms when he walks...

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FAQs: Can Dementia Medicines Raise the Risk of Falling?

Question - In a way, yes. The drugs that are FDA-approved for the treatment of dementia (donepezil, galantamine, rivastigmine, and memantine) are not thought to significantly increase the chance of a fall. However, dizziness has been reported as a side effect of these medications in a minority (about 8 percent) of users...

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FAQ: Alzheimer's Is Making My Loved One Shuffle; How Can I Prevent Him From Tripping and Falling?

Question - To reduce the chance that your loved one with Alzheimer's will fall due to a shuffling gait, take the following steps:

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FAQ: What's the Best Way to Keep My Loved One From Falling out of Bed?

Question - Start by trying to figure out why the falling is happening. Is the person rolling out of bed, or getting up and then falling?

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My father fell in a nursing home and I'm wondering if the nursing home should have liability insurance to cover his medical costs?

Question - To find out what insurance coverage the facility has, speak with -- or even better, write a letter to -- the facility administrator asking for information about their regular and medical liability insurance coverage. You will probably be referred to the facility's insurance company claims department...

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How do I help my mother get over or cope with her fear of falling?

Question - Sorry to hear about your mother's setback. I think there are a few avenues to pursue in her case. First, it's important to make sure that her vertigo is not more serious or treatable than an "allergy." A neurologist may be able to identify another cause such as lack of blood flow to the base of the brain, or a new stroke...

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Could my hip be broken?

Question - Usually, if you break your hip, you would be unable to bear weight (you couldn't walk) without being in severe pain. It is more likely that you just banged yourself up from this fall, and that is why your pain comes and goes. You should feel better in a couple of weeks.

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long-term care options

Question - My grandma has stage 2 Alzheimer's and my grandfather is losing a lot of weight fast but doctors don't know why. They both keep falling and my grandfather recently fell and broke his shoulder. He's lying to the hospital staff, saying his wife can take care of him. They can not afford nursing homes...

What has caused Mom's decline lower extremity mobility?

Question - Your gut instincts are right on. Usually, there are no simple answers to why older people have multiple falls. I have read through all the things that your mother has been through in the past 2 months, and she has been through alot. It also sounds like she has mulitple medical problems, including...

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How can I convince my mom to start using a cane?

Question - You pose an interesting and far too common question that pointed out individual perceptions of what it means to be old. Or perhaps she is just afraid of using a cane, which is also not uncommon. Let me share a few thoughts about the use of a cane and falls: the [CDC] (http://www.cdc.gov/media/pressrel/2009/r090629...

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Would a posture brace be helpful for someone with...

Question - Would a posture brace be helpful for someone with Parkinson's who cannot monitor his posture?

How can I get my mother an in home aide without offending her?

Question - Thank you for asking this question. Many adult children fear offending their parents. I picture your mother standing on the edge of a cliff, shaking her fist.. She is shouting, I will drive, I will smoke, I won't go to the doctor. She struggles to maintain independence while you struggle for her safety...

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What is the safest way to aid a frail senior using a walker?

Question - Thank you for your request seeking information to aid a frail senior who is using a walker. You are right to be concerned. While walkers seem to be simple assistive devices, between 2001 and 2006, over 47,000 Senior Citizens per year were treated in emergency rooms because of falls associated with walkers...

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Is there a device to deal with falls?

Question - There is a method to help people get up from the floor, and your mother and father may be able to use this method to help them. Your mother clearly cannot lift your father from the floor, because of their weight difference, but even lifting someone much lighter can result in injury to one party or both...

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Could his fall have advanced his Alzheimer's?

Question - Any traumatic event, like a serious fall, can worsen the symptoms of dementia but is unlikely to worsen the Alzheimer's disease itself. Of course, if your dad suffered a subdural hematoma,in addition to his fracture, then his overall functioning could worsen. I assume testing was done when he was in the ER or hospital...

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Mom forgets to use her walker and keeps falling. Help!

Question - Ouch! You are so right in acknowledging the dangers of an elderly person falling; fractured bones or sprained ligaments are usually the grave result. Older persons are more fragile and less sure-footed than their younger version and adding memory loss to this scenario can cause the concern that you have expressed...

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Which bed alarms are the best?

Question - The bed alarm that is available through Simply-Home has the capability to not only alert your sister that your mother has gotten out of bed during the night but keeps a record of how often and for how long she has gotten out of bed. In addition, you can install a whole range of other sensors that can...

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What's the best way to lower someone to the floor if they are falling?

Question - Thank you for your inquiry – you are right to be concerned since lowering someone incorrectly to the floor can result in injury to both of you.

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Are Bed Rails Safe or Not?

Question - You are right to be concerned with this situation and I am pleased that you are working to address these recurrent falls. Yes, bed rails can be dangerous, especially at night if your father were to attempt to climb over them.

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My mom and her Assisted Living do not get along...

Question - I don't have any suggestions for getting her to stop self-transferring, but I do have a suggestion for determining the best setting for her: ask her where she wants to be. You might be surprised by her response and it could save you a lot of unnecessary back and forth...

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Does Mom's nursing home hold responsibility for her fall? And can we take her for a weekend?

Question - Injuries and diagnoses being what they are, it would be difficult for you to prove that the nursing home caused or was even responsible for the hip fracture that seems to have been a setback for your mother.

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What would cause sudden falling?

Question - You are right to be concerned. Falls are not a normal consequence of aging and the research evidence tells us a history of falling is a good indication of a heightened risk for additional falls. We also know sooner or later repeated falls will result in an injury.

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Is dizziness and falling normal after a stroke?

Question - It sounds like her stroke affected the balance centers of the brain - usually in areas called the "cerebellum" and "brainstem". It is not unusual for patients to have problems with falling after such a stroke.

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Will tail bone pain ever go away?

Question - Since you've had this tailbone (coccyx) pain for years, I doubt at this point in your life it will go away on its own. It sounds as though you may have injured the bone and/or damaged the nerves in that area when you fell 5 years ago. At this point, you have chronic pain, which is very different than acute pain...

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The nursing home won't send insurance the paperwork and instead sent Dad home against the doctor's advice!

Question - My mother placed her husband in a nursing home after a fall as per his doctor's orders. He falls all the time and had dementia. The facility placed him in the short term rehab unit assuming he would go home. His regular doctor said he would sign all the necessary paperwork to keep him at the facility...

Can a skilled nursing facility discharge my father and send him home even though I can't take care of him?

Question - I currently live with my 78 year old mother who has COPD, and various other medical problems. The doctor also thinks she may be having TIA's. My concern is that my father is currently in a SNF. He has been there 1 1/2 years. They just told us they want to discharge him to home. I am an only child and I work full time and have a 12 year old son...

Is it normal to still have pain three years after I broke my hip?

Question - Reading your question, I agree that you should not have this much pain if your hip is fixed, especially at your young age. My first thought is that there is something else causing your pain, such as sciatica, which is a painful nerve condition of the hip/buttocks on one side of the body...

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Why is a fall so dangerous and what can be done to prevent falls?

Question - Falls represent a hidden public health crisis. According to the CDC, falls are the leading cause of injury death among older adults. One third of adults over the age of 65 fall each year, and one third of those have injuries that reduce independence...

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How can exercise help my parents to prevent falls?

Question - How can exercise help my parents to prevent falls, and how can I get them to do these exercises?

What are your top five tips for preventing falls in the home?

Question - Here are our top 5 tips for preventing falls in the home:

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What exercise moves should every senior do each day without fail?

Question - There are many exercises that will help keep people “on their feet”. We like these five for every day; they are easy to do and easy to remember.

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What can I do to help my wife regain confidence after a fall?

Question - Ever since my wife fell, she is so afraid of falling again, that she n longer wants to leave the house, and is really limiting he activities. What can I do to help her?

How is my mother's Physical Therapy going to work, if when she broke her hip, she also broke her shoulder?

Question - Your mother is lucky to have you for a daughter because her rehab will be complicated. A lot depends on which limbs are affected. Are the breaks on the same side or opposite sides? The therapists will have to develop her rehab plan accordingly...

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Dad fell and hurt his back but forgets he hurt himself when he wakes, how do we handle this?

Question - My Dad , who is still at home with my Mom has Alzheimers but has done relatively well. Last week he fell and injured his back. He is under Dr care and we are trying to arrange home PT visits to help with the healing. He is able to walk to the bathroom and get his meals to take back to bed, but that is it for now...

How should we care for my mom, who has a broken bone?

Question - My mother is 88 and has broken her femur bone. Since her heart isn't too good, the doctors told us she had less than a 50% chance to make it through surgery. She went to a rehabilitation facility for a month and did some occupational therapy but she really still can't do much for that leg yet...

How can I get home health care for my friend with Multiple Sclerosis?

Question - The need for in home health care for multiple sclerosis for people who are not elderly is not unusual. One thing to check is to see if your friend's health insurance covers any help from a liscensed home health care agency. It is important to get professional help to assess cand design a plan of care...

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When is the right time to put my mother in law in a wheelchair?

Question - When to use a wheelchair to prevent falls in what seems to be an increasingly frail older adult is a difficult question to address without having observed the older adult in various settings. First off, let me extend kudos to you for obtaining a physical therapy consultation and for helping your mother-in-law follow-up on the prescribed exercises...

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How do I get my mother-in-law to stop climbing on cabinetes before she hurts herself?

Question - Thank you for your inquiry about risky behavior taking by your mother in law. You are right to be concerned with her climbing on cabinets and the potential for fall related injuries. A number of questions and suggestions come to mind from your brief but obviously frustrated inquiry. First I am assuming she is living with you now...

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Dad is refusing to eat after his surgery, is this typical for recovery or is he giving up?

Question - Sometimes people, like your father, who are facing a life-limiting disease appear to be “giving up” when the family sees a decline. Realize that your father has gone through a lot up to this point. He broke his hip, required surgery, and now resides in a nursing ...

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How to help with falling issues of a Parkinson's Disease patient?

Question - Falling is a very difficult problem in Parkinson's disease, as a patients' sense of balance is not helped by any of the medications that we use to treat PD. If the patient is falling because their legs freeze up and then they fall forward, we will often be able to help by increasing the medication dose...

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What problems can I expect my grandmother to have after a hospital release for a fall?

Question - What problems can I expect my grandmother to have after a hospital release for a fall?

FAQ: How Do I Know if My Loved One With Dementia Is Hurt After a Fall -- Even if He Says Everything's Fine?

Question - It's best to look at behaviors; when it comes to expressing pain, actions can speak louder than words in people with dementia. You may not hear complaints of pain, especially if the person forgets the fall or can't remember being in pain when not moving in such a way that triggers it...

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My nan with Alzheimer's recently fell and her condition has worsened, is she dying?

Question - Hi there, my Nan has end stage alzehmiers and is slowly dying. She was a very active alzehmiers pt always wandering around the nursing home until she fell and broke her NOF! She had pins put in under a block. She wasn't walking after the procedure so the nursing home put her in a wheelchair for one or...

Is confusion normal at night for stroke survivors, and will my father get better in a skilled nursing facility?

Question - Sorry to hear of your predicament.

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Am I legally required to call 911 if my mother becomes injured?

Question - As long as your mother is mentally competent, she is allowed to make her own decisions about appropriate medical care. You should not invoke liability for not calling 911 for your mother—especially if her wishes are well and widely documented.

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Can a fall escalate dementia?

Question - My mom's dementia was actually doing quite well with namenda and aricept, but on Feb. 20, 2012 she fell and fractured her hip. Although she didn't need surgery, since the fall her dementia progressed rapidly and she is now in a nursing home and doesn't even know us anymore, cannot finish a whole sentence or remember something from 5 minutes ago...

How can I get financial help for things like a ramp and hand rails to accomodate my disabled mother who now lives with me?

Question - If your mother has low income (only Social Security benefits, for example) and very low assets, she might be able to qualify for your state's Medicaid program. In addition to providing some regular home care for her, it may have a program that can help pay for safety or comfort improvements to her (in this case, also your) home...

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What could be the reason for the metallic taste in my mouth?

Question - Please see your doctor to discuss this concern. There are several things that can cause a lingering taste or odor in the mouth including gum or dental conditions, medications, diet, eating habits, and intestinal conditions. It's possible your head injury played a role. You need to see a medical doctor for an examination and diagnosis...

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Where do I start trying to find a living arrangement for my mother, who has MS?

Question - My mother has MS and needs to live somewhere where she can get a nurse or aid on call in case she falls or gets hurt. She is on Social Security and had Medicaid and Medicare. Where do i start?

What else can I do to help my tremors?

Question - I'm 43 And I Have Wilson's Diease/Movement Diorder.And i take Visteril Yet i Still Shak eAll Over.What can I Do To get Better Help For It.Cause i Also Fall Too.

Are there any specific exercises out there that are geared towards seniors that will help them to gain better balance?

Question - You ask a good question, and one that comes up fairly often as seniors, and their caregivers, are eager to reduce the risk of falling. The answer is a resounding "yes," there are many exercises that improve balance. There are also exercise classes and programs designed just for this, from tai chi to aqua aerobics...

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Can head injury cause stroke?

Question - Yes. It depends on how bad the fall was and how hard your mom hit her head, but it's a definite possibility. Strokes can occur after a significant trauma, usually because a blood vessel gets torn, which is called a dissection. If a fall is bad enough, the lining of a blood vessel can tear and cause the vessel to close, resulting in a stroke...

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How can I help my father get up from a fall without causing injury to him or me?

Question - It sounds like your father is certainly dealing with a difficult combination of medical issues. I can't recommend highly enough that you and your dad see a physical therapist to help him learn safe ways of moving. A physical therapist can also teach you how to safely assist him...

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How can I encourage my listless mom to bathe?

Question - There's always a reason behind decisions made by older people, especially when it comes to personal care.

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Should I be concerned that I sometimes have trouble walking after waking up?

Question - Being 36 years old myself, I would be concerned if this was happening to me too! Several things to think about: Are you dizzy when this happens? Does this go away after you have been up for a few minutes? Do you always have problems with the same side...

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How do I get my great grandfather to wash his body?

Question - When I hear of this type of situation, my first thought is that your great grandfather probably needs more skilled support, either to help him bathe or to re-teach him bathing skills. Activities like showering are considered "activities of daily living," and an occupational therapist is very skilled...

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Is there an adult crib that will prevent my father from getting out of bed and reinjuring his broken hip?

Question - I empathize with your situation. It's very difficult to keep someone safe who has good physical mobility but poor cognition. There are different kinds of "restraints" that can help to keep your dad safe, that are commonly used in medical settings...

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How can I get my father to eat more?

Question - The first thing you need to do is take your dad to his doctor for an evaluation. There could be medical reasons for why he isn't eating. Lack of appetite is a symptom of some conditions. He might also have swallowing or chewing problems, which make eating painful or difficult. He may be too embarrassed to mention this...

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How can I convince my spouse to see a doctor?

Question - This is a tough problem! Some men just do not want to see a doctor, and there are numerous reasons why this could be happening with your husband. Maybe he is afraid to hear that something is wrong. Maybe he doesn't want to be told he will have to use a cane or walker. Or, he may be distrustful of the health care system itself...

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My mother fell this past August and it was very dramatic for...

Question - The medications you mentioned do not usually cause memory loss. Lexapro is for depression. Please inform the physician about your concerns regarding memory loss.

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What are the nutritional needs of an 83 year old woman recovering from a broken hip?

Question - If your mother is suffering from weight loss, and the cause of the weight loss is not known, then she needs to have it looked into by her health care provider. They need to make sure certain diseases are not contributing to her weight loss, such as diabetes, cancer, or thyroid conditions.

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Do you need a prescription for a walker?

Question - No, you don't need a prescription for a walker, but I wouldn't recommend buying a walker on your own. An inappropriate or improperly used walker can actually contribute to a fall. It's also important to remember that some people should only use a walker with supervision. Also, people with dementia may always need reminding to use their walker...

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What can I expect in end stage MDS?

Question - Hi:

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Can I safeguard my mother even if I'm not designated her guardian?

Question - First, be sure your brother has true legal authority to care for your mom. If he has been appointed her conservator, which is the name for a guardian of an adult, it means that a court has determined that your mother is incapable of managing her own financial or personal affairs, or both--and that...

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Is it unrealistic to expect my father-in-law to help contribute to household expenses?

Question - Here is my short answer based on my professionally consulting with hundreds of families that are caring for their aging parents. Answer "YES" demand that Dad contribute to the household expenses.

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How can we protect my father-in-law from financial scams?

Question - What you may need to do to ensure your father-in-law’s well-being is to get a conservatorship, sometimes called an adult guardianship.

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How should siblings share the burden of providing elder care for our parents?

Question - If you don't include your siblings, it will come as quite a shock when you finally do so - because it will be in crisis situation. Aside from that, it may help the sibling to know that the elder is being noticed. Perhaps you can word conversations as "I'm just letting you know; it's nothing you have to solve for us...

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What could cause chronic neck pain?

Question - Most likely you have a muscle spasm from tension in your neck and shoulders, as your pain tends to come and go. Someone with an injury or serious problem with the cervical spine (neck) would not get better and would have the pain daily. Tension in your neck and shoulders is very painful and can very much effect your quality of life...

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I retired almost a year ago and my mother immediately moved...

Question - First, your mother must have done many things right to have raised as wonderful a person as you have been. You have been incredibly loyal, caring and responsible. Though you have bent over backwards to be helpful to her, you have gently suggested limits for your mom, which would allow you to have some life of your own and replenish your energy...

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If I call adult protective services on Mom, what will happen?

Question - Adult Protective Services are meant to protect people. You are very sincere. You want to help, but the situation is beyond what your family can manage. Your parents are not well enough to make their own decisions.

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How can we help mom with Alzheimer's be safe in her home?

Question - It is of course a delicate balance to allow someone with Alzheimer's disease stay at home alone and be safe and at the same time honor her need to be independent and stay in her own apartment. Have you looked at assisted living? That setting is usually a much "homier" and she can bring her own furniture...

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Should my parents drop private insurance for Medicare only?

Question - You need to evaluate the cost of their Medicare supplement insurance versus how much your parents will have to pay out-of-pocket if they drop it.

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Is there such a thing as an irrevocable maintenance trust fund?

Question - An irrevocable trust is one that can't be taken back or "revoked" after it's established. Such a trust can be set up to operate in a number of different ways, depending on the trustmaker's goals and the trust beneficiary's needs.It can provide a steady stream of income to a beneficiary, which is sometimes called a unitrust...

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Should we take my Dad to a neurologist for Alzheimer's dizziness?

Question - A visit to the doctor to discuss new behaviors never hurts. In this case it seems like a good idea particularly if the dizziness is a new symptom for him. However, I want to address his reaction to the near fall.

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How do I deal with my mother, who has Alzheimer's, when she wants to "go home"?

Question - I appreciate that you do not want to use medication , try behavioral interventions first. Alzheimer's housing anxiety is not unusual . The reason why she feels as if she must leave is that at the end of the day for most people in their younger years (where she might be in her mind,) it is a time...

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My father refuses to accept professional home care. How can I get him to accept more help?

Question - It is such a worry when a parent is alone at night unable to be helped. But many people are afraid of nursing homes, especially at night. Others hate to pay caregivers to sleep.

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How can I help my mom, who has dementia, deal with seling her home and possessions and moving?

Question - Moving a person with dementia can be very difficult even though it's often necessary. My suggestion is that you find a way to have the yard sale and empty the house without your mother present. It's undoubtedly going to be extremely stressful for both of you and it could escalate her anxiety if she is there...

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What is the treatment for broken hips in the elderly?

Question - Unfortunately, breaking a hip is quite common in the elderly. It is usually related to underlying osteoporosis (thinning of the bone) and can happen spontaneously or because of a fall. When we talk of breaking "a hip" we usually mean a break in the top part of the thigh bone (the femur)...

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How long does a legal guardianship last, and how can I get access to my mother's medical records?

Question - A legal guardianship or conservatorship of an incapacitated adult generally ends when the person for whom it was created dies. Your question seems to imply that you don't feel your brother did the best job as your mother's guardian. You should be able to check the reality of this, as most state laws...

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What's the best way to keep a parent with Alzheimer's safe from wandering at night?

Question - Yes, most professionals consider this a form of neglect or abuse. It's generally not very safe and can be extremely upsetting to the person with Alzheimer’s disease. Imagine waking up in the middle of the night and not knowing where you are. You go to the door and discover it's locked. You're apt t to feel like a prisoner, which you are...

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We are concerned for my mother-in-law's safety in living alone in her home, but how can we convince her to move?

Question - Thank you so much for sharing your question with Caring.com. It will be helpful to others. It is hard to lose a loved one and harder still if the loss is from suicide. Yet, suicide is one of the leading causes of death, especially in men over the age of 70 during the spring and summer months.

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My mother was diagnosed with Parkinson's 15 years ago, an...

Question - I am not a doctor, but for general health improvement, there is a pro duct called "OsteoDenx" which is for bone health (all natural, no chemicals)which might help a little...seems to help lots of people with different issues. How is her sleep? Balance?

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What can I do about my family's Alzheimer's disease denial?

Question - What are they denying? That she has Alzheimer's disease? That there are any problems? A diagnosis is just a label. Some people with early Alzheimer's are fine at home by themselves for a period of time. There are also many strategies that can be adapted gradually to support people in the environment they are used to for a long while...

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