Archive for June, 2009

Prescription Drugs and Overdose Among Seniors

Monday, June 29th, 2009
Prescription Drugs and Overdose Among Seniors

by Rose Broyles In light of the recent death of pop icon Michael Jackson, I started thinking about all of the recent tragedies in Hollywood that have come to pass due to prescription drug overdose. Of course,the death of Jackson is still under investigation but many people close to him have suspected prescription drug abuse... »

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Alzheimer’s Programs Cut in California — Call Governor to Stop

Friday, June 26th, 2009

Funding for programs desperately needed by many families living with Alzheimer’s has already been reduced by the California legislature. The Senate and Assembly will vote on the state budget in the next few days. The budget will then go to the Governor for his signature (probably by June 30). Governor Schwarzenegger has the power to drastically reduce funding for programs when he signs the budget.... »

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Communicating with Non-Speaking Parents

Monday, June 22nd, 2009
Communicating with Non-Speaking Parents

by Rose Broyles Aging Care recently posted an article about how to approach communicating with a parent who no longer can speak. I thought about my own mom and how it  saddens me that… Continue reading »

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