COVID-19 restrictions may be harder in assisted living than in long-term care
HEALTH: U of A nursing researcher’s new study seeks input from family members and facilities to understand impact, plan for next pandemic
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Tag: Caregivers
Caregiving can last for decades, new research shows
To most people, ‘caregiving’ means looking after ailing relatives in their final years. But the reality is much different, with the actual workload lasting up to 30 years for some
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Federal standards, investment urged to fix long-term care system
HEALTH/CAREGIVING: Immediate improvements for nursing home workforce needed before next crisis hits, says U of A researcher
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Federal government failed to prepare for pandemic
SUSAN MARTINUK: There’s a difference between what Ottawa says about its preparedness and the reality. The results in the face of COVID-19 could be tragic
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Physician, heal thyself – or at least your snotty attitude
GAVIN MACFADYEN: It’s time both doctors and front-line staff began to reflect the kind of compassionate care we deserve and should expect (BASIC/PREMIUM content/Not yet a BASIC/PREMIUM member? $19)
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Combating the over-medication of seniors
ALAN CASSELS: Seniors are particularly vulnerable to the effects of too many prescriptions
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Early dementia diagnosis helps patients live fuller lives
HEALTH: There comes a moment when the doubt disappears and the panic sets in
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Three ways you can help families affected by autism
KATHLEEN O’GRADY: Small gestures can make all the difference to someone’s day
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Nurse practitioners the solution to Canada’s health care woes
LINDA SILAS and IVY LYNN BOURGEAULT: So why aren’t we making use of this important human resource?
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Navigating health and social system a challenge to caregivers
AMELIE QUESNEL-VALLEE and MILES TAYLOR: The time it takes caregivers to navigate medical and social care systems may surprise many health policy analysts, but not caregivers
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A common-sense approach to eldercare
CAREGIVING: Acute Care for Elders (ACE) is designed to treat elderly patients in a way that respects their abilities and limitations, speeds healing and promotes safe discharges home
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Caregivers don’t need a pat on the back; they need more support
LAURA FUNK: Governments must begin to accept their responsibility to improve caregivers access to support services and patient care resources (FREE membership content)
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