Considering a Nursing Home for a Loved One? What to Know

The people we love and care for often reach a point where we can no longer be sole care providers and we need to look at options. This is painful because up to this point we’ve likely been partners in their care but haven’t had to make forceful decisions. Now, things have changed. Because so many people have a negative view of nursing homes... View the full slideshow on HealthCentral for tips about what to consider before placing someone in a nursing home: Minding Our Elders: Caregivers Share Their Personal Stories. “I hold onto your book as a life preserver and am reading it slowly on purpose...I don't want it to end.” ...Craig William Dayton, Film Composer Egosan wants to help you live your life fully: Try Egosan premium underwear for discrete, dignified protection. For 20% off your first order on Amazon use promo Code: 20CAREGIVERS.              Related StoriesCould Loneliness Be a Symptom of Preclinical Dementia?Home Care and In-Home Care: What's Covered, What's Not?“I Promised My Parents I'd Never Put Them in a Nursing Home” 
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