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Somewhere in My Memory
As I took in the faint scent of pine trees this morning, a few familiar faces slowly came to mind. I have crossed paths with these individuals somewhere in time. Some had lost their loved ones around the holidays. Some … Continue reading
Season of Giving
Giving makes most people feel good, but it can be stressful too. Last year, a resident threw a fit because she couldn’t leave the facility to buy some greeting cards to mail to her friends and family. When she was finally offered … Continue reading
Crazy about Food
Food Security refers not only to the availability of food, but also access to sufficient, safe, nutritious food to maintain a healthy and active life. Clearly, we are talking mostly about basic needs. But choice matters. So does quality. When … Continue reading
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It is Everywhere
Many of us decided very early in life that we would like to work in geriatric mental health. Even more of us “accidentally” end up where we are. Linda Teri, a psychologist who has done some excellent work in behavioral … Continue reading
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To Blog or Not to Blog
Despite numerous reasons that have kept health care professionals from the social media, health care blogs are becoming increasingly common. With that come concerns over confidentiality, personal safety, and legal involvement. My biggest concern has to do with self-disclosure. Steve Frankel, … Continue reading
The Middle of Anywhere 