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About Elder Depot
Since its inception in 2002, Elder Depot has recognized the critical role that caregivers have being involved with the care of an elderly loved one. We are committed to providing a wide variety of innovative products to improve quality of life for both the caregiver and the recipient.
The purpose of this blog is to serve as a place where information can be shared, questions answered, and relationships built.
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Tag Archives: Caregivers
Was I wrong about Caregiver Robots?
Last July, I closed a blog post on how Family Caregiving is often like a Second Full Time Job with a comment that began with “Caregiver robots are still at least a decade away…” This week GeckoSystems followed Elder Depot … Continue reading
An ounce of prevention is worth…
The Center on Disease Control just released a disturbing report highlighting that many older adults are not receiving critical preventive care that could help them stay healthy. Entitled Closing the Gap: Enhancing Use of Clinical Preventive Services Among Older Adults, … Continue reading
The Power of a Valentine
Research conducted over the course of two decades by the Swedish Karolinska Institute found that married aging adults were half as likely to develop dementia as their single counterparts. The scientists behind the research believe that the intense social interaction … Continue reading
Posted in Eldercare, Good Things, Heart
Tagged Alzheimer’s, Caregivers, Dad, Dementia, Eldercare, Health, Mom
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You’re in Good Company ~ Famous Caregivers
Maria Shriver helped cared for her father, who suffered from Alzheimer’s, and has become a champion of Alzheimer’s Caregivers. Her journalism career began with KYW-TV in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, but she soon moved up to the National News and later gained … Continue reading
Homecare Agencies: Management and Scheduling Troubles?
In the past, I’ve told you about software like KeePass , the Oprea Browser, and Skype; software that offers some useful benefits for Seniors and their Caregivers. Today, I thought I’d mention a piece of software that I’ve been hearing … Continue reading
Posted in Eldercare, Good Things, Guidance
Tagged Caregivers, Eldercare, Guide, HomeCare, Professional, Software, Technology, Telephones
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The Super Little Grandmom ~ Fighting Senior Boredom
This morning as I was driving to work I heard an interesting interview on the radio about ‘Super Mamika’. No, Super Mamika isn’t a copycat of Super Mario, it’s a series of themed photographs by Sacha Goldberger featuring his Hungarian … Continue reading
Posted in Eldercare, Good Things, Guidance, Heart
Tagged Caregivers, Depression, Eldercare, Health
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Keeping Seniors Safe and Warm this Winter
Well, the calendar on my wall claims that winter won’t start until next week but you could have fooled me. It’s freezing out there. Back in July we shared 10 Ways for Seniors to Keep Cool, given the frigid weather … Continue reading
Posted in Eldercare, Guidance
Tagged Caregivers, Eldercare, Health, Mobility, Safety, Winter
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Caregivers and Snowflakes
I was reading one of the Caregiver Blogs we follow and I came across an excerpt that I had to share. Tonight, Patti and I sat sipping hot chocolate while snow flurries danced around us. While Patti’s memory of the … Continue reading
Is it time to “take the keys” to the liquor cabinet?
It’s a happy time. The whole family has come together for a holiday meal together and now, it’s time for a toast. On break from College, this is the first time that Junior is able to join in. It’s now … Continue reading
Bath Safety Product Guide
Many injuries for seniors occur in the bathroom, which is not surprising, given the mix of water with slippery surfaces. We have put together a list of helpful tips and products that will make the bathroom safer and help prevent … Continue reading
Posted in Eldercare, Guidance, Products
Tagged Bathroom, Caregivers, Eldercare, Mobility, Safety, Technology
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