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by mjhollingshead
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Jul 16, 2001 |
Residential Care for MY Daddy?
As Daddy's health began to fail Mama was determined that she would take care of him until the end of his life. ... read full review
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by Mimi369
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Jan 4, 2001 |
These Elders Could Be My Parents or Your own!
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by Lisa_J
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Jun 18, 2001 |
Red Vines, Rootbeer, and a Quarter ~*~ A Legacy of Love
The pearls we possess today and the keys for tomorrow exist because of the generations before us. Let us respect and honor the elderly. ... read full review
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by Mininut
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Oct 28, 2001 |
Watching Daddy Wither away
Taking care of daddy has been hard on us all but daddy belongs with us and not in a home. Take it one day at a time. ... read full review
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Very Helpful |
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by jo.com
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Mar 19, 2002 |
The Sandwich Generation Cares For Its Elders.
We are the sandwich generation but luckily there are resources to help us. I hope this editorial helps in some way.... read full review
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Very Helpful |
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by meleahk
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Jul 30, 2001 |
Alzheimers! My Father! Part 3.
When it strikes, there is a lot to know and a lot to do and a lot to prepare for. ... read full review
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Very Helpful |
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by peacebear40
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Sep 30, 2000 |
Your Parents Took Care of You------Now You Take Care Of Them
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by dearladyb
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Aug 14, 2001 |
When Loving Hurts
Follow their wishes to the best of your ability. Prepare yourself for inevitable, and pray the pain doesn't last long.... read full review
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by char.mike
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May 23, 2001 |
Everyone Counts!
Everyone counts, it doesn't matter how old or young, we all have something to give, even if it's just a story. ... read full review
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by pianomam
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Nov 18, 2000 |
Dear Mom ; With Love, Debbie
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by My3LilMen
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Sep 27, 2000 |
"You Owe It To Your Mama and Daddy."
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Very Helpful |
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by pantazis5
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May 23, 2001 |
Dear Mother.....I know
In order to care for an aging parent, you must Care!... read full review
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Very Helpful |
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by poneyby
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Sep 29, 2000 |
Son please don't toss me in a old folks home..
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by fjbpab
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Apr 2, 2002 |
To say good-bye...
THINK OF YOUR PARENTS NEEDS AND NOT YOUR OWN... read full review
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by meleahk
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May 10, 2009 |
My Father's Alzheimer's. Part Six. Slowly Leaving Us and It Hurts Real Bad!
Pick up the phone right now and call your parents and tell them you love them.... read full review
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by meleahk
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Aug 23, 2001 |
Alzheimer's! My Father! Part 4!
Love them well for they have loved you!... read full review
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by viper1963
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Feb 25, 2001 |
The Unsung Hero - The Caregiver and Other Useful Advice
How you treat your parents today will be reflected on how your kids treat you when you are in your golden years.... read full review
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by GrandmaSandy
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Jan 4, 2001 |
I will always take care of you!
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by pianomam
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Sep 2, 2001 |
Dear Mom; With Love, Debbie (Letter # 12) A Miracle on Holly Street!
Watching a loved one lose their battle against dementia is absolutely devastating. But ... never, ever quit hoping for a miracle!... read full review
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by meleahk
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Jan 28, 2009 |
My Father's Alzheimer's. Part Five. Years Later in 2009!!!
Love them and tell them you love them. Daily!... read full review
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