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Wayne (frequentfliertx)
Age: 51
Gender: Male

Caregiver (primary) for both elderly parents.

I am caring for my father, George/Laura, living at home and the primary ailment is general age-related decline.

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bpryor01 commented 4/8/2011 at 2:29 am

Thanks Wayne! I'm doing a lot of relaxing. I vegged out today, but I've also listened to music, watched videos and did some gardening. I feel nearly rested!

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AgingCareTeam gave a hug 11/1/2010 at 12:44 pm

Happy National Family Caregivers Month!

National Family Caregivers month is about honoring yourself as one of the 65 million family caregivers in this country who take care of their loved o ...Read More

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arose4yu commented 3/24/2010 at 2:52 pm

sorry for the quick advice.. =) ..but in all seriousness it's something that only a doctor would be able to diagnose and none of us here. It could be signs of a stroke, dementia, chemical imbalance... ...Read More

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Commented on a discussion 12/30/2011 at 2:12 pm

How to Handle an Elderly Parent's Bad Behavior

You're very welcome. :-) W

Answered a question 11/3/2011 at 1:10 pm

When does it become easier to cope with a parent's death?

It becomes easier to cope with a parents death as time goes by. The longer the time is from the time of passing the easier it is to cope. The length of time that it takes to get over the grieving pro ...Read More

Answered a question 9/4/2011 at 1:54 pm

I am an only child. How do I deal with taking care of my 85-year-old mom alone?

I have two octagenarians who insist on having me do all the work. Once I'm gone, they're actually are going to HAVE TO start doing things for themselves. I guess as long as I'm aLIVE i'LL CONTINUE TO ...Read More

Answered a question 9/1/2011 at 9:22 am

I am an only child. How do I deal with taking care of my 85-year-old mom alone?

Take it from someone who knows, you have to have a lot of grit and determination. :-) W

Answered a question 8/17/2011 at 12:55 pm

A caregiver can watch my mom for more days but I feel guilty for letting her but it would help me out. What should I do?

Kudos to you my dear. This just shows persistence DOES pay off. :-) W

Gave a hug to kathleenbrandl 8/16/2011 at 2:02 pm

I feel your pain dear. W

Answered a question 8/16/2011 at 10:11 am

How do I get over the grief of watching my mom die while taking care of her?

These are all very sad stories indeed. Each very touching in their own way. W

Gave a hug to sandraann 8/16/2011 at 10:09 am

I feel your pain, my dear. W

Answered a question 8/13/2011 at 4:27 pm

A caregiver can watch my mom for more days but I feel guilty for letting her but it would help me out. What should I do?

I haven't gotten a break in 15...........................years. :-) W

Gave a hug to karenp 8/11/2011 at 8:16 pm

Answered a question 8/11/2011 at 2:19 pm

A caregiver can watch my mom for more days but I feel guilty for letting her but it would help me out. What should I do?

Let a caregiver help you out. Enjoy your well-deserved break. Don't worry, your mom will still be there when you get back. :-) W

Answered a question 8/9/2011 at 9:54 am

My elderly mother’s ankles are swollen and she is walking with her knees bent. What can I do to help her walk better?

One possible reason why her ankles are swollen can be because she sits around too much and doesn't walk around enough. Try to get her to be more mobile, like walking around, both inside and outside y ...Read More

Commented on a discussion 7/23/2011 at 10:00 pm

Family Won’t Help With Caregiving? How to Change Their Mind

What I don't understand is, why, after undergoing rehabilation, I am doing all the work. Instead of them moving about and doing things, I'm the one doing all the running around. I mean, what happene ...Read More

Commented on a discussion 7/23/2011 at 12:55 pm

Protecting Seniors from Dangerous Summer Heat

During these oh so HOT days I keep my octagenarians indoors in a cool environment while I run all the family errands outdoors. :-) W Better to keep our elders cool and safe than to have them overhea ...Read More

Answered a question 7/5/2011 at 5:59 pm

How do you deal with life after caregiving?

Oh no. Elders can be quite verbally abusive. You're definitely not alone. :-) W Thank goodness I haven't suffered any physical abuse. :-) W

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Gave a hug to bpryor01 4/4/2011 at 11:43 am

I would just rest because as we all know caregiving is a tough job. just rest. give yourself breathing space. And think about what is important to you in your life. i'm glad that you have the oppo ...Read More

Commented on a discussion 2/18/2011 at 4:33 pm

How to Handle an Elderly Parent's Bad Behavior

My elders exemplify 9 out of the 10 bad behaviors. Now, all I'm waiting for is them to start hoarding and then they're be exemplary in demonstrating bad behavior. :-) Tschuss! :-) Wayne

Commented on a discussion 4/26/2010 at 9:34 pm

How to Handle an Elderly Parent's Bad Behavior

My elders have demonstrated nine out of the ten bad behaviors. I am now just waiting for them to start hoarding.

Commented on a discussion 4/21/2010 at 6:26 pm

How to Handle an Elderly Parent's Bad Behavior

Oh boy, I can definitely relate to yelling, screaming and carrying on. I don't take it personally. I just do the best job I can and ignore all the negativity that comes with caregiving. And boy hav ...Read More

Gave a hug to arose4yu 3/24/2010 at 3:14 pm

you're very kind thx :-) wayne

Gave a hug to arose4yu 3/24/2010 at 2:46 pm

thx for your kind advice

Asked a question 3/24/2010 at 12:06 pm

My elderly father keeps falling out of bed and fainting. What is this a sign of?

Gave a hug to pamela6148 2/2/2010 at 2:17 pm

Answered a question 2/2/2010 at 2:14 pm

What do I do if my elderly father keeps falling down?

He's 80 yrs old. He lives with me. I'm his primary caregiver. He has started to use a cane recently. He seems to feel that at his age he's too old to undergo hip replacement surgery. Quite frankl ...Read More

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