---Welcome-----Too often we
"medicalize" the caregiving experience or turn it into a series of steps and
processes. Caregiving is about individuals and their interrelationships over time and
through the course of illness and recovery (or death) – our articles and interactive
features will serve to guide caregivers through that journey.
The name of the channel from an unlikely place, an early
science fiction book by Isaac Asimov called "I, Robot." In the book, robots
evolve to have a sense of identity, not just servants of human masters. Don’t read
into it too much – what we are really trying to do is show caregivers that there is
PURPOSE and MEANING in the caregiving journey, not just stress and toil and pain.
---Featured Learning Resource Guides-----
 "Coping With Alzheimer's Disease:"
ElderCare Online's own 20-page handbook covering the details of Alzheimer's Disease,
including stage-by-stage information on what to expect and how to cope. $6.95 in our
online store. Learn More or Buy it Now...
"Talking
With Your Doctor:" ElderCare Online's guide to improving your relationship
with doctors and healthcare providers. Learn how to make the most of your limited face
time. $6.95 in our online store. Learn More or Buy It Now...
---Knowledge-----
 Family Dynamics
Using Family Meetings to Resolve
Eldercare Issues
Promises,
Promises
Long-Distance Caregiving NEW
Six
Keys to Successful Family Communication
Oh Brother! Managing Sibling Rivalries
Are You Involved With a Narcissistic Person?
Dealing With Control Freaks
Talking With Aging Parents About Finances NEW
Tips On... Successful
"Parentcaring"
Transition Issues for the Elderly and
Their Families
Moving Your Elder in with You: Practical Tips
& Suggestions
The 11th Commandment: Thou Shalt Not Parent
Thy Parent
The Do's and Don'ts of Communicating With Aging
Parents
Stress Management
Relaxation Resistance NEW
Stress Management: Tips
and Techniques
Identifying
and Reducing Stress in Your Life
Tips on... Being a Caregiver
Caring for the
Caregiver: Promoting Your Own Well Being
Emotional Wellbeing
Understanding and Acknowledging Negative Emotions
Overcoming Negative Emotions
Understanding the Psychology of Confidence NEW
Renewal NEW
Good Relationships: A Recipe NEW
The Successful Survivor: The Widow's Journey NEW
Healthy Aging
Tips on... Quitting Smoking NEW
Memory
Enhancement
Tai Chi for Health and Fitness NEW
Exercising Care
Proper Nutrition 40+
You and Your Doctor: It Takes Two to Tango NEW
Resources and Services
Respite: What It Is, What It Isn't
Support Groups Are Essential to Caregiver
Wellbeing
Finding Local Transportation Services
Selecting an Adult Day Care Center
 Featured Author: Beth Witrogen McLeod
More About Beth...
Book Review: "Caregiving: The
Spiritual Journey of Love, Loss and Renewal"
Interview with Beth 3-20-01
Book Excerpt: Caring for Aging Parents
Book Excerpt: The Nature of Loss
 Skill Builders
Strategies for Managing Stress NEW
Overcoming Isolation
 Casey's
Top Picks on the WWW
Caregivers Hall of Fame --
Create a certificate of appreciation for a special caregiver
The Anger Wall -- An outlet
for your negative feelings
Caregiving.com -- Assistance on your
journey at every stage
----- Products
& Services -----------------------
 ElderCare Bookstore -- Hundreds of caregiving books,
interviews, reviews, transcripts, and excerpts. Browse
Now...
Caregiver Education Series -- Booklets and workbooks to help
you manage medical appointments and master the knowledge required for caregiving. Browse Now...
 Spring Flowers -- Order flowers and bouquets from our partner 1-800
Flowers. Mention code AlzCare and they will donate 10% to the
Alzheimer Foundation of America.
---Community----
 Chat Guide -- A full
schedule of real-time chat with other caregivers, professionals and guest moderators.
 The ElderCare Forum UPDATED! -- Post questions, give answers, or share your experiences and tips and
receive e-mail responses with our state-of-the-art message board.
 The Caregiver Support Network Provides a comprehensive directory of eldercare support
groups on the Internet and a team of caregivers who can help you get through the tough
times.
Caregiver HomePages -- Visit websites
maintained by other caregivers, read their online journals and learn tips.
---Solution Sets-----
Long-Term
Care Insurance Analyzer -- Understand the ins and outs of buying long-term care
insurance, including a free e-book and quote from a licensed professional. UPDATES WITH FREE QUOTE AND E-BOOK
 Neighborhood Network -- Find
government services, aging resources and local assistance programs in the USA.
 Teen Resource Center Provides
articles, resources and interactive features for teens who are living with a loved one
with Alzheimer's Disease or other condition.
 Medical Research Assistant -- Find authoritative
resources and information for medical conditions and treatments. IMPROVED
 Nursing Home Quality Advisor --
Find certified nursing homes and improve quality of life while there. NEW
 Medicare
Health Plan Analyzer -- Collect and compare information on different health plan
options.
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---Featured Author---
"Self Care Now!..." books by
Pauline Salvucci, M.A.
Self-Care Now! 30 Tips to Help You Take Care of Yourself When Chronic Illness
Turns Your Life Upside Down
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Care of Yourself
Self-Care Now! 30 Tips to Help You Take Care of Yourself & Minimize
Caregiver Burnout
-- Caregiver Education --
Our series of educational booklets, workbooks and multimedia tools is now
available. They are designed to help you provide better care, understand the changes
associated with aging, and facilitate the hands-on caregiving responsibilities you face.
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