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From the lens Long Term Care For People You Love.

Let me know what you found useful and what you would like to have more of. I aim to please. Like I said in my introduction, I don't want anyone else to go through what my family did in '93.

  • smullan Feb 28, 2012 @ 10:48 pm | delete
    Thanks for this excellent lens. I've been searching for a good home care services company in Vancouver and your lens has helped me think through some of my needs.
  • sousababy Jan 29, 2012 @ 1:11 pm | delete
    Oh, came back to google +1 this gem.
  • sousababy Jan 29, 2012 @ 1:11 pm | delete
    Wow, this is extremely comprehensive - what an excellent resource. I am adding this straight away to 'Living Articles on Squidoo.' This will help many, many people. Thank you for all the hard work you did on researching the best LTC solutions for our loved ones. Most respectfully,
    Rose
  • ForestBear Jan 10, 2012 @ 3:58 am | delete
    Can't believe I didn't come across this wonderful resource before, this is such an important issue that most people forget to plan for. Thank you so much
  • waldenthree.net Dec 21, 2011 @ 4:14 pm | delete
    Appreciating your topic. Valuable ! I just did a few lenses on health care topics. Your topic is a subset of health care reform 2012. Your topic very important. Hope it is addressed carefully. Thanks.
  • kapilv Nov 23, 2011 @ 8:06 am | delete
    Yes, effort you made through this lens is certainly should get appreciation and this was a well written blog for me on senior care that i enjoyed while reading. I Think most people are still not aware of long term care and the financial matter related to long term care that's why liked the lens. people who are either going to have care at their own home or going to care homes should be aware of what long term care means.
  • Ladymermaid Oct 14, 2011 @ 7:03 am | delete
    Great information for seniors and caregivers on aging and long term care options. You always provide an indepth look at your topics.
  • iCare4uk Oct 10, 2011 @ 12:11 pm | delete
    Really good information, nice to see someone pushing the issues.
  • john Sep 19, 2011 @ 11:55 pm | delete
    This is what I was really looking for. Thanks very much. Keep up this good work.
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  • vallain Aug 13, 2011 @ 7:31 pm | delete
    Some good information here for people in this situation. My brother went into a nursing home at 59 due to a stroke. It's been a tough adjustment for him as he was used to a very active life.
  • thinkingaloud Aug 12, 2011 @ 3:49 pm | delete
    Most care homes won't allow residents to bring their pets with them when they go into care. Why? The benefits outweigh the disadvantages and make the transition from independent living to care home so much smoother as a new series of films show. See blog post at http://www.justfilm.co.uk/wp/2011/08/12/new-films-about-pet-friendly-care-homes/
  • Frankster Aug 12, 2011 @ 4:33 pm | delete
    I'm glad to see they are realizing how much benefit pets can be. It would definitely make the transition easier to have a loved pet come too. All those purrs and slobbery kisses are invaluable. Thanks for sharing.
  • Jul 7, 2011 @ 10:52 pm | delete
    Happy to see this lens..You are trying to remind the importance of elder people in our family
  • Ladymermaid May 28, 2011 @ 7:21 am | delete
    Have a great weekend
  • MedicalBootcamp May 18, 2011 @ 11:16 pm | delete
    Janet, this is the most comprehensive lens I've seen thus far. I know I'll be coming back here often. I write about all types of medical topics on my lens, but I won't be writing about LTC because you have COVERED it! I'd have nothing left to add :-) This lens has given me something to aspire to. Best always...Dr. Katz
  • BetterHealthCoverageOptions Mar 17, 2011 @ 3:21 pm | delete
    Wow, great lens. I want my parents to check it out!!!1

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  • guy54788 Jan 20, 2011 @ 4:24 pm | delete
    Thank you for your information about people age over 65 insurance.
  • Sophie Jan 20, 2011 @ 9:56 am | delete
    This is a helpful lense when it comes to this particular topics and I lvoe the jokes, serves as a commercial in this pretty long lense. As of the moment, I am deciding if I should bring my mother to a foster home, and this book is really interesting to read and the author is someone you can rely on to give factual and reliable information because of her experiences and background. I will be getting a copy of this book. Thanks for sharing this information.

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  • Christina_Moore Jan 19, 2011 @ 4:54 pm | delete
    Thanks for the post. Life insurance is definitely a necessity, but it is essential to compare life insurance quotes to make sure you are getting the best one for you.
  • scalablesocial Jan 13, 2011 @ 12:00 pm | delete
    Nice lens. I particularly enjoyed the jokes here and there.
  • anida Dec 30, 2010 @ 6:48 am | delete
    Thanks
  • clouda9 Nov 20, 2010 @ 2:31 pm | delete
    Just last week my uncle was hospitalized due to a heart attack, to keep the family in the loop about how he was doing his son started a page on http://www.caringbridge.org. We are able to read daily journals and leave our notes in his guest book. Sadly my uncle has passed away, and my cousin continues to use Caring Bridge to keep us all informed about how the family is doing, as well as information about his memorial. I thought you might like to feature this wonderful service for families facing the same issues.
  • Frankster Nov 21, 2010 @ 7:30 pm | delete
    I"m sorry for the loss of your uncle. I'm glad you found a way through Caring Bridge to keep in touch with family during this sad time. Thank you for telling me about them. I will definitely add them to this lens in the hopes it will help others. Bear hugs, Frankie
  • Nov 18, 2010 @ 5:28 am | delete
    Patients with the need of long term care don’t have to spend too much money if they have health coverage. Consumers should really think to take advantage of this.
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  • Mrmakingusmile Oct 26, 2010 @ 2:06 pm | delete
    Good info. Thanks for making me smile.
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    Longterm healthcare is very important for the elderly residents. And since these plans are specially designed for people who are at a greater risk of falling sick, it is important that these policies are purchased with great care.
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  • healthinsuranceflorida Oct 5, 2010 @ 12:12 am | delete
    This is a very interesting lens. It provides useful information on long term healthcare but the presentation of it makes it an interesting read. Healthcare coverage for the old and the senior citizens is an important and delicate issue and one needs to be extremely sure of the plan before buying one
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  • Fit_Over_40_Buzz Sep 19, 2010 @ 4:13 am | delete
    This is a great lens. Thanks for making it. Very informative. I gave you a thumbs up
  • LoKackl Sep 2, 2010 @ 6:02 pm | delete
    Wow this is a long-term resource on Long Term Care! And thanks for visiting Chainsaw! Blessed.
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    Blessed by a SquidAngel :)
  • lasertek Aug 17, 2010 @ 9:45 pm | delete
    I like this lens very much. It is extremely important for people to be prepared. I have not experienced what you and your family went through but for more than 10 years now my family and I have been caring for our father who has a heart condition. It was very difficult during the 1st year, given the constant visits to the hospital but we have managed or better yet, we have gotten used to it. Now, we are no longer troubled with what to do or how to take care of him because we are very much prepared.
  • Frankster Aug 18, 2010 @ 10:59 am | delete
    Thank you for your comment. I have also noticed when you make it routine, the drugery and worry go out of it. Good luck and good health to you and your family.
  • Obscure_Treasures Jul 30, 2010 @ 7:11 am | delete
    These all sound so good,I really like your lens. It gives me a lot idea
  • Prosquote Jul 23, 2010 @ 7:50 am | delete
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  • cnatraining555 Jul 7, 2010 @ 11:34 pm | delete
    Great collection of information. Thanks for this!
  • purplelady May 1, 2010 @ 10:18 am | delete
    Oops! When I went to give 5 stars, I discovered that I had already done so. I visited your lens way back in 2007 and left a comment. If you want a classic example of "senior moments"......I resemble that remark. This time I will put you where I can't lose you.
  • purplelady May 1, 2010 @ 10:03 am | delete
    Wow. I don't know how I have missed seeing this lens. As I have several babyboomer and retiree lenses I am always looking for other aging related lenses to feature. This is a definite winner and I would like to feature it on my latest lens on Older Americans Month. You have gathered a wealth of information on a subject that many older people don't even want to think about. Loved the interspersal of the jokes, a reminder that we need a healthy dose of laughter always.
    5 LTCs, a featured lens and much socializing. (I will also include the link you gave and add this to a couple of my lenses. Thanks.)
  • tssfacts Mar 16, 2010 @ 3:56 pm | delete
    From a retire RN perspective this is great lens 5* I am lenrolling to my senior lens-wrinkles and aging process. Great job.
  • elmikeo Mar 12, 2010 @ 2:47 am | delete
    This is a great lens. You have a lot of good information. Lets talk insurance some time, check out my lens.
  • The_Idea_Gal Feb 25, 2010 @ 8:52 pm | delete
    Great Info...5 Stars and I'm now a fan!
  • Askyourquestion Aug 13, 2009 @ 11:38 pm | delete
    This is a wonderful lens! You've put together a great collection of information and resources here! Please feel free to visit my lenss when you have the chance.
  • spirituality Jul 22, 2009 @ 6:47 am | delete
    Great lens - you've been blessed by a squidoo angel :)
  • CCGAL Jul 10, 2009 @ 8:09 am | delete
    Useful yet fun lens about a much needed topic - 5*.
  • Janet1 Jun 21, 2009 @ 4:47 pm | delete
    Thanks for sharing information about my book, Senior Long Term Care Choices: How To Select The Best Plan For Your Whole Family. It was a work of love dedicated to all of the clients I've had.
  • lollyj Jun 7, 2009 @ 8:27 am | delete
    Excellent, excellent lens. I've been on both sides of this topic -- a long term care nurse and a family member with a loved one in a nursing home. This is a complex topic and you did a wonderful job of presenting the information. 5, fave, lensroll to my related lenses.
  • jmsp206 Apr 19, 2009 @ 8:43 pm | delete
    This is a great lens full of positive imformation and I love the jokes. We as a family decided on a nursing home for my mother soom after my father passed and it was a very difficult time as we didn't know the correct procedue and there is no hand book that covers this situation.There is a lot of guilt involved although you know that you have made the right decision.
  • KimGiancaterino Apr 18, 2009 @ 12:02 pm | delete
    I'm a notary and many of my clients are dealing with these issues and the accompanying paperwork (Power of Attorney, Health Care Directive, etc.) Being proactive and prepared makes a world of difference. Excellent lens... re-blessed.
  • raymumme Apr 8, 2009 @ 10:07 am | delete
    Hello Frankster
    You have done a great job on this lens, lots of info. I like the content. I just love how easy it is to get good web appearance and not have to spend a bunch of money with squidoo. I look forward to keeping up with what you are posting. Check out my first lens and tell me what you think, I hope you find it interesting. It would go well with seniors they are a big segment of our market.
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  • Wysiwigs Mar 12, 2009 @ 9:35 am | delete
    An awesome lens; one of those topics we tend not to think about until it hits us right between the eyes. 5* for some excellent information :o)
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  • Ramkitten Feb 20, 2009 @ 2:18 pm | delete
    Wow, what an incredibly extensive, helpful lens! I'm currently my widowed mother's caregiver. Thankfully, she's still able to live alone, but our home and hers are close by. I do her driving, errands, and many things around and inside her home, and even more so now that she just got her hip replaced. She's more than once said to me,"Promise me I'll always be able to stay in my own home." I've promised, but in the not-so-back of my mind, I wonder if it will be possible. But I guess we'll cross that bridge when or if we come to it.
  • AdrienneJenkins Feb 19, 2009 @ 9:43 am | delete
    Thanks for putting together this lens -- all the issues our family is grappling with right now.
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  • Good_MEdison Jan 13, 2009 @ 7:51 am | delete
    Excellent! I totally love this lens. Added to my favorites and 5 stars!
  • Gail47 Jan 11, 2009 @ 9:16 am | delete
    What a wonderful lens and tribute to your father. I like that you incorporate humor into a very serious topic. As a caregiver, I use humor a lot, but most people don't understand. There is so much here, I'll be back to check out more. I couldn't lense roll to my elder care lens because it is just now going live, but gave 5 *'s. I ran across your lens as I was searching for other related sites.
  • ElizabethJeanAllen Dec 23, 2008 @ 2:53 pm | delete
    Merry Christmas from the Totally Awesome Lenses Group.
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  • GrowWear Dec 2, 2008 @ 2:07 am | delete
    Excellent resource. Thank you for creating this lens!
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    Maxine is the best! W00T!
  • Caravansarai Nov 22, 2008 @ 7:05 am | delete
    I love the 10 Ways to Stay Young section! So much of what's on that list is 100% true. Thank you so much for sharing this fantastic lens with us. 5 stars and gazillion kudos to you!
  • ElizabethJeanAllen Oct 12, 2008 @ 7:44 pm | delete
    Welcome to the Totally Awesome Lenses Group.
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  • clouda9 Sep 16, 2008 @ 3:23 am | delete
    You are the link queen when it comes to the issue of facing long-term care for a loved one. Thank you for sharing, I learned something new today!
  • Sep 11, 2008 @ 11:37 pm | delete
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  • TerriLorah Sep 10, 2008 @ 12:30 am | delete
    This is a great lens! Do you mind if I put a link from my lens about elderly care? I think it would be a great help to people who are thinking about nursing homes for their parents.
  • ShawnYue Sep 6, 2008 @ 12:45 pm | delete
    Your lens is cool, may i know how long you did that?
    5 stars for you, frankster.
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  • Sep 6, 2008 @ 12:41 pm | delete
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    This lens was created to help sales and increase traffic to our web site; www.HomeDeliveryMedical.com. We are a leading supplies for Home Health Care supplies and equipment. We would love to have a link on your lens.

    thanks again,
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  • genewisereviews Aug 29, 2008 @ 11:08 pm | delete
    Thanks for the valuable information on long term care. My grandmother found an incredible place where she has a great deal of autonomy. She has her own apartment and gets more exercise and more social interaction than ever. She did not want to go at first, but wouldn't change a thing now.
  • miragana Aug 28, 2008 @ 1:41 am | delete
    Good day! I like your lens. It is very informative and has a very good quality in it.

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  • jessicashalyn Aug 11, 2008 @ 12:41 am | delete
    Long Term Care and other senior health issues are very relevant in this lens and has just hit the target! Because of your lens, I have added some more information in my head for a healthy lifestyle and Life Extension! Thanks a lot! Hope to see more of your lenses! Great work! I will keep checkin back!
  • dkdaniel Aug 8, 2008 @ 5:44 pm | delete
    Your "10 Ways to Stay Young" are the best I've read anywhere. Keep up the excellent work! Love and Blessings, Daniel
  • SemperFidelis Aug 8, 2008 @ 4:12 pm | delete
    Another great lens Frankster!
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  • TheWicker Jul 28, 2008 @ 3:45 am | delete
    Interesting lens and nice layout! Thanks for sharing this info. Urban, lensmaster of Anxiety Disorder Treatment
  • PamR Jul 24, 2008 @ 1:16 pm | delete
    This is an amazing lens. My mother has early onset Alzheimers and we are having many of these discussions as a family...long term care, guardian-ship, powers-of-attorney and etc.
    Nice job including the jokes too.
  • curerestlesslegsyndrome Jul 23, 2008 @ 11:22 pm | delete
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  • Jul 9, 2008 @ 3:54 am | delete
    Like they always say, laughter is the best medecine. Very nice lens! 5 star for you...
  • ltcconnects Jul 8, 2008 @ 4:48 pm | delete
    Great page and love the quotes. Very meaningful.
  • youhavegottobekidding Jul 8, 2008 @ 8:17 am | delete
    Very nice Lens. i really love those people who give importance to our old timers.
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  • chris51 Jul 7, 2008 @ 3:00 pm | delete
    You have an Great lens I have worked in the health care industry for 30 years and for the last 10 have been taking care of my mom and know first hand the trials and tribulations you go through daily. Until 4 years ago we had no medical coverage and the pay was a joke or should I say an Insult. We now have Medical coverage but the dental and vision coverage is a big joke(insult)
    My mom requires 24/7 care but I get paid for just 4 hour's of care a day. I have not had a day off in 3 years, I would loose my hours if I took time off so I stay home. That's why I started my lens's on Depression and Stress, I had to have something to keep my mind active. People ask me why I don't put my mom in a Nursing home and my reply is to ask them if they have ever been in a nursing home and seen what it's like, if they haven't I tell them to go visit one and they will have my answer.
    I think your lens is very helpful and does a lot of good. 5 stars
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  • loseweightfat Jul 1, 2008 @ 7:33 pm | delete
    Care giving for people we love is a taxing experience. It requires patience, strength and above all love. In the best of circumstances, the person who gives care should also be able to rely on a network of friends for support but we all know how difficult and insufficient this can be.

    Thank you for your insight.
  • johnmarah Jul 1, 2008 @ 7:03 am | delete
    I checked bloglongtermcare.com looks good.
    Thanks for sharing..
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    Amazing lens, Thanks to squidoo for providing such a platform to share such stuff.
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    Good lens, a 5 star to you
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    Yoga has proved quite useful to people.
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    "Get fit while you sit" the book looks good.
    Will procure it for myself. I wish my library had it.
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    Those 4 stages of life was really funny , hehehe I loved it Santa Clause hehehe shared it with my all my friends.
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    Excellent lens. Great info and layout. 5 stars for you.
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  • intheflow Jun 19, 2008 @ 5:38 pm | delete
    Loved your lens! It's so true that we are heading for a huge need in this area. Now if we as baby boomers can just get more proactive about our health and stave off having to depend on others to take care of our health.
  • ricarde Jun 19, 2008 @ 8:49 am | delete
    Great lens jam packed with lots of useful information! Great job! 5 stars! I added your lens to my favorites!
  • beachbum_gabby Jun 18, 2008 @ 10:24 pm | delete
    outstanding lens. These healthy tips and exercise resources are great of my parents who are getting older.
  • Caringmom Jun 16, 2008 @ 11:55 pm | delete
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  • erict979 Jun 8, 2008 @ 2:07 am | delete
    This is very good information. I have seen 3 close relatives go through this kind of thing when they were past the stage of being able to care for themselves. From my point of view, one big consideration is the person left in charge. They need to have some fun in their lives, and some time off from the responsibilities also.

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    great lens, 5 stars and i made it as favorite. Also please drop by Better healthcare. Thank you
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  • Eric-Smith May 26, 2008 @ 2:35 am | delete
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  • LDWorld May 22, 2008 @ 2:40 pm | delete
    Congratulations on making #12 in TOP 100 Lenses!
    Thank you for educating people on how to be mercyful.
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    I love your lens. One of the best lenses on squidoo.5 stars
  • boodidyajump May 20, 2008 @ 5:44 am | delete
    My parents are both in poor health, my mum is 88 and has dementia, my dad is 90, and trying to look after her despite his own frail physical health. He refuses to put her in a nursing home, as he once promised her he wouldn't, and won't break his word. The task is killing him, despite all efforts from me and my sister to ease his load. We can't be there 24/7.It breaks my heart to see their situation. There is no easy answer to such a problem. Have fun while you can.
  • The_Herb_Master May 18, 2008 @ 2:39 pm | delete
    Excellent Lens Frankie! I am 39 so this puts me ahead of the game! 5 stars!

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  • CleanFace May 17, 2008 @ 12:21 am | delete
    Nice pictures and useful information. thanks! 5 stars.
  • Art Gonzalez May 14, 2008 @ 12:13 pm | delete
    If I may, I would emphasize though the importance of proper hydration for yourselves and your loved ones. A technique I was taught about a year ago is to drink six glasses of water (it's difficult when you are starting!) first thing in the morning. Then wait about 45 minutes or an hour (while you are getting ready) to eat or drink anything else. Then continue drinking clean pure water the rest of the day as normal. This technique stimulates all the internal organs and brings them rapidly to prime condition. You will feel the difference in a few days. Also another tip is to take ice cold showers. It will feel you with super energy and also make you sleep better at night.

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  • Rxadvocate May 13, 2008 @ 2:35 pm | delete
    Hi there. Frankie, I think you have put a lot of your heart (in addition to effort) in creating this site. It is obvious that it was a labor of love. Great job!
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  • WhippetTalk May 8, 2008 @ 12:43 pm | delete
    This is so important and I can't stress enough how everyone should look into LTC. My father-in-law has Alzheimer's and thank goodness he has an LTC policy. Great lens! 5*
  • pyle_mountain May 6, 2008 @ 10:03 pm | delete
    Great lens! This is a topic everyone needs to think more about.
  • WrinkleCreamSpecialist May 6, 2008 @ 8:01 pm | delete
    Caring for each other, isn´t that what it is all about? Great lens, loved it, and of course, rated. Thank you for this effort.
  • MY-ATMA May 6, 2008 @ 1:57 am | delete
    Soul's Taking Care of Soul's, This is Love.
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  • Julieanne May 4, 2008 @ 11:26 pm | delete
    This is very good information. I have seen 3 close relatives go through this kind of thing when they were past the stage of being able to care for themselves. From my point of view, one big consideration is the person left in charge. They need to have some fun in their lives, and some time off from the responsibilities also.
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    Very informative, thanks.

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  • AbbasAbedi May 2, 2008 @ 12:18 am | delete
    Good lens. 5/5
  • JAV010 May 1, 2008 @ 8:08 am | delete
    nice work 5 stars :)
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    Thanks for the kind remarks. I just added a picture of my Dad and was surprisd at how emotional it was to do. Seeing that look on his face again after so long is priceless and reminds me of the good times spent with him. I hope you have fond memories of your Dad or are making memories with him now.
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    Great information and well organized. I'm planning to direct friends to this site, because I know a lot of people who are caring for aging parents and need support.
  • KCStargazer Apr 22, 2007 @ 1:35 pm | delete
    Another great lens Frankster- vital info for many folks facing tough decisions. Thanks for the comments and for sending others to my Heart Attack and Stroke Awareness lens. You've been lensrolled! Keep the great stuff coming!
  • Gloria25 Apr 21, 2007 @ 9:45 pm | delete
    Great advise. I have been through this 3 times 1st my dad, then my Mom and in 2000 my husband. I still wonder if I made the right decisions.
  • Apr 21, 2007 @ 1:04 am | delete
    This is a great lens with advice that we all should heed because, after all, we will be in the elderly shoes before we know it. Super lens.
  • SonjaHelga Apr 20, 2007 @ 4:00 pm | delete
    Eh,
    I do senior visiting with my "certified therapy dogs".
    Great Info Here. Please do not ever forget to visit your: mom; dad; grandparents. They wait for those moments.
    http://www.mimfreedom.com/dogtherapy.htm
  • Susan52 Apr 20, 2007 @ 1:39 pm | delete
    Great information, Frankie. Thanks for all the great resources.

    Susan52
  • kaazoom Apr 20, 2007 @ 11:45 am | delete
    We have just had to find residential care for my mother. It was one of the most difficult things I have ever had to do. But having done it, and know that she is safe is a great weight of my mind.Thanks for a great lens.

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