Geriatric Care Managers
In the past twenty years a new profession has appeared that is particularly helpful for long distance caregivers. Geriatric Care Managers (GCMs) specialize in long term care arrangements. They may have...
View ArticleEight Communication Tips for Caregivers of Stroke Survivors
A common symptom of a stoke survivor is aphasia. Aphasia can affect a person’s ability to speak and to comprehend what others are saying. It can be emotionally difficult for both the stroke survivor...
View ArticleCaring for the Elderly
What follows are online resources that may be of use to the elderly and their adult children or other caregivers. The list is both long and likely incomplete. We welcome suggestions, additions and even...
View ArticleJimmy Buffet Concert, 2/07/13
Jimmy Buffett The wait is over! Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefer Band will perform at the Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena for one night only on Thursday, February 7 at 8pm, as part of Jimmy...
View ArticleAdvanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Class, 2/07/13
ACLS Class for all ages on Thursday, February 7, 2013. With emergencies happening unexpectadly as we age, it is important to be prepared for anything! At the Advanced Cardiac Life Support Class, come...
View ArticleRainbow of Victory Cancer Celebration, 3/23/13
Rainbow of Victory Cancer Celebration Saturday, Mar 23 10:00a to 3:00p A Philip Randolph Heritage Park 1069 A Philip Randolph Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32206 Rydas 4 Righteousness Motorcycle Ministry has...
View ArticleNeuroscience Support Groups, Saturday’s monthly
ALS Support Groups The ALS Association, Florida Chapter, offers monthly, educational, support group meetings for people suffering from ALS and for their caregivers. The support group meets the 1st...
View ArticleFarm to Table Dinner in the Cummer Gardens, 3/27/13
In celebration of Garden Month, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens hosts, Farm to Table Dinner in the Cummer Gardens Wednesday :: March :: 27 :: 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 pm. Join us as the...
View ArticleThe Healing Power of Laughter for Caregivers
The Healing Power Of Laughter for Caregivers Have you ever longed for a magic elixir that could calm your nerves, delight your soul, strengthen your heart, lower your blood pressure, boost your immune...
View ArticleFirst Steps to Take when a Loved One Dies
When a loved one dies, whether expected or not, clear-headed thinking often goes out of the window, and many practical steps that need to be taken may be overlooked. Following is a list of actions you...
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