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Hiring & working successfully with in-home care providers

Creator:: Oregon State University. Extension Service, Washington State University. Extension, University of Idaho. Extension, Cleland, Marilyn, Schmall, Vicki L., Bowman, Sally R., 1949-, and Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension
Abstract:: Despite the challenges, in-home help may be the best option even for a short time. However, deciding what help you need and selecting a worker is a sizable task that requires careful thought, planning, and research. This publication is a guide through the maze of finding, screening, and hiring an...
Resource Type:: Technical Report

Making decisions about a nursing home

Creator:: Oregon State University. Extension Service, Washington State University. Extension, University of Idaho. Extension, Schmall, Vicki L., Bowman, Sally R., 1949-, Pratt, Clara C., and Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension
Abstract:: Although there are no easy answers to the nursing home decision, this publication gives some guidelines for making decisions, assessing family and community resources, selecting a quality care facility, and dealing with your feelings and those of your older relative. It also looks at ways to maintain positive contact with...
Resource Type:: Technical Report

Loss and grief in later life

Creator:: Oregon State University. Extension Service, Washington State University. Extension, University of Idaho. Extension, Schmall, Vicki L., Bowman, Sally R., 1949-, and Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension
Abstract:: Designed to help you understand loss and grief and respond to the grief of others; emphasizes losses experienced in later life, however most information is equally applicable to grief throughout adulthood. Covers the fundamental steps involved in the grieving process—accepting loss, experiencing grief, adjusting to change, and reinvesting emotional energy...
Resource Type:: Technical Report

Helping older family members handle finances

Creator:: Oregon State University. Extension Service, Washington State University. Extension, University of Idaho. Extension, Schmall, Vicki L., Nay, Tim, Bowman, Sally R., 1949-, and Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension
Abstract:: Older people need various degrees of assistance with financial matters. Some need minimal help; for example, help with reading the fine print on bills and financial forms or preparing checks for signature. Others, who are homebound but able to direct their personal finances, may need someone to carry out their...
Resource Type:: Technical Report

Driving decisions in later life

Creator:: Oregon State University. Extension Service, Washington State University. Extension, University of Idaho. Extension, Schmall, Vicki L., Bowman, Sally R., 1949-, Vorhies, Daniel G., and Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension
Abstract:: It can be difficult to talk to an older family member or friend about their driving safety or to know what to do if an unsafe driver continues to drive. If you’re older, at some point you yourself may face a decision to limit when or where you drive or...
Resource Type:: Technical Report

Aging parents : helping when health fails [2003]

Creator:: Oregon State University. Extension Service, Washington State University. Extension, University of Idaho. Extension, Schmall, Vicki L., Bowman, Sally R., 1949-, and Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension
Abstract:: Adults often find an aging parent needs support at a time when their own lives and responsibilities are the most complicated. You may feel pulled in several directions—raising your children, being supportive to a spouse, helping parents, and/or working outside the home—all at the same time. It’s not unusual to...
Resource Type:: Technical Report

Alcohol problems in later life [2009]

Creator:: Oregon State University. Extension Service, Washington State University. Extension, University of Idaho. Extension, Schmall, Vicki L., Gobeli, Corrine L., Stiehl, Ruth E., and Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension
Abstract:: Alcohol is part of our society. We use it to celebrate joyous occasions, from weddings to anniversaries, from baseball games to reunions, from new jobs to retirement. For many people, alcohol is part of religious observances. But there’s a darker side. For some elderly people, the use of alcohol becomes...
Resource Type:: Technical Report

Coping with caregiving : how to manage stress when caring for elderly relatives [2003]

Creator:: Oregon State University. Extension Service, Washington State University. Extension, University of Idaho. Extension, Schmall, Vicki L., Stiehl, Ruth E., and Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension
Abstract:: Family members who play a major role in caring for elderly relatives frequently ignore their own needs. Some find themselves virtually homebound and consumed by caregiving tasks. When caregiving is prolonged over months and years, the self-sacrifice is particularly harmful. We have prepared this publication to help you maintain your...
Resource Type:: Technical Report

Helping memory-impaired elders : a guide for caregivers [2000]

Creator:: Oregon State University. Extension Service, Washington State University. Extension, University of Idaho. Extension, Schmall, Vicki L., Bowman, Sally R., 1949-, Cleland, Marilyn, and Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension
Abstract:: This publication is designed to give family and professional caregivers a fuller understanding of dementia in later life and ways to cope more effectively with the changes resulting from it. In addition to general care guidelines, the publication outlines approaches for handling specific problems —driving, wandering, money management, hiding items,...
Resource Type:: Technical Report

Depression in later life : recognition and treatment

Creator:: Oregon State University. Extension Service, Washington State University. Extension, University of Idaho. Extension, Schmall, Vicki L., Bowman, Sally R., 1949-, and Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension
Abstract:: This publication isdesigned to help you: ❏ Understand depression and factors related to its onset in later life ❏ Recognize signs of depression and potential suicide ❏ Learn about treatments for depression ❏ Know what you can do if you suspect an older family member or friend is depressed or...
Resource Type:: Technical Report

Managing urinary incontinence for healthy aging

Creator:: Oregon State University. Extension Service, Washington State University. Extension, University of Idaho. Extension, United States. Department of Agriculture, Kershaw, Nancy, Schmall, Vicki L., and Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension
Abstract:: Explains normal bladder habits and the urinary system. Discusses how bladder habits and control are affected by various physical changes associated with aging, drugs, illnesses, and mental changes. Covers types of incontinence, including urge, stress, overflow, functional, iatrogenic, total, and mixed incontinence. Provides a list of warning signs of an...
Resource Type:: Technical Report

Using medicine safely

Creator:: Oregon State University. Extension Service, Washington State University. Extension, University of Idaho. Extension, United States. Department of Agriculture, Schmall, Vicki L., Leno, Janice, and Pacific Northwest Cooperative Extension
Abstract:: Medicines today are powerful chemicals that are more effective than ever before. Used carefully they can work wonders. However, both prescription and over-the-counter (nonprescription) medicines can create problems, especially if misused or abused. You probably try to find out about movies and restaurants before going to them, how to use...
Resource Type:: Technical Report

ScholarsArchive@OSU

Hiring & working successfully with in-home care providers

Making decisions about a nursing home

Loss and grief in later life

Helping older family members handle finances

Driving decisions in later life

Aging parents : helping when health fails [2003]

Alcohol problems in later life [2009]

Coping with caregiving : how to manage stress when caring for elderly relatives [2003]

Helping memory-impaired elders : a guide for caregivers [2000]

Depression in later life : recognition and treatment

Managing urinary incontinence for healthy aging

Using medicine safely

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