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Shift The Focus Part II

Posted on December 18, 2013 by tipstantrumsandtea

Communication is very tough. If your loved one has vascular dementia, caused by a stroke, the ability to speak and make sense is lost. Sure, you could be all depressed about this. Or, look a little deeper. My mother laughs, … Continue reading →

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A Shift in Focus- Part I

Posted on September 25, 2013 by tipstantrumsandtea

 Being a caregiver takes it toll emotionally, especially if your patient is a family member. It’s often difficult to not get hung up on all the things she can’t do anymore. It’s becomes too sad to think about the person … Continue reading →

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