Category archive for ‘Ask an Angel’ 
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Ask an Angel: May 17, 2012
Q. I miss doing some of the gardening I used to do when I lived in my own home. I can’t move like I used to, but I’d don’t want to give up working in the garden. Any suggestions?
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The uses and cautions of a power of attorney
Q. My children want me and my husband to consider putting a power of attorney in place. What is that, and what do I need to do?
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How seniors can spring clean in a safe, effective way
Doing the spring cleaning in my home always made me feel good. Now I notice I can’t do as much as I used to. How can I safely clean my home?
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Ask an Angel: April 5, 2012
How do I really assess if I need help at home? My family keeps insisting I get outside help. I really don’t want a stranger in my home.
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Ask an Angel: March 22, 2012
Q. I hate to admit it, but I am realizing that I just can’t do things as easily as I once was able. I want to retain my independence, and I am skeptical about asking for outside help. What can I do to help myself?
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Ask an Angel: March 8, 2012
Q: I am a caregiver for a family member. Are there any tax benefits I should be aware of?
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Ask an Angel: February 23, 2012
I have been hearing more and more stories about seniors getting “scammed” by con artists. How can I be more aware of what is going on regarding this?
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Ask an Angel: February 9, 2012
Q. I was just released from the hospital, and I wonder if my bill is on the up and up. How do I make sure I didn’t get overcharged for things, or even more, get billed for things I didn’t use?
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Ask an Angel: January 26, 2012
After reading last month’s article, I realized that I have to take some action steps with my medications. I know that I leave mine on the counter so that I can see them and remember to take them. Do you have any safe and practical tips to help me manage my medications?
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Ask an Angel: January 12, 2012
Q: I have several old prescriptions that I don’t take any longer, and I need to throw them away. What is the best way to dispose of them? Can I throw them in the trash?
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Ask an Angel: December 15, 2011
Q: Can dementia be prevented? Have there been any new developments?
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Ask an Angel: December 1, 2011
Q: The holidays are right around the corner, and I’m already feeling a little blue. Do you have any tips for getting through the holidays?
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Ask an Angel: November 17, 2011
Q: I am in my late 60’s and am my mother’s caregiver. She lives 30 miles away from me. It’s not a long distance, but caring for her is becoming more challenging for me. How can I care for her needs and not feel burned out?
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Ask an Angel: November 3, 2011
Lately, I’ve been forgetting so many little details. Should I be concerned?
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Ask an Angel: October 20, 2011
Q: I’ve noticed some unusual charges on my Medicare statement. How can I make sure I’m not being charged for services I did not receive?
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Ask an Angel: October 6, 2011
Q: I’d like to leave my life’s story to my family, but I don’t know where to start. Do you have any suggestions?
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Ask an Angel: September 22, 2011
Q: Sometimes I feel rushed during my doctor visits, and I forget to discuss important things with him. I actually get a little nervous. How do I relax so that I don’t miss talking about what is on my mind?
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Ask an Angel: September 8, 2011
Q: The current events of our time are making me feel overwhelmed and depressed. How can I fight the down feelings I have?
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Ask an Angel: August 25, 2011
Q: I decided to get a cell phone. My friends tell me to enter my emergency information in the phone and to label it ICE. What exactly is ICE?
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Ask an Angel: August 11, 2011
Q: I’ve fallen for the first time recently, and it really scared me. Since this happened to me, my friends have told me to expect it to happen again. Is this true, or am I just being too worried?
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Ask an angel: July 28, 2011
Q: My friend had a stroke and her communication is affected. I can tell she knows what she wants to say, but she is unable to get it out. Our relationship is challenged right now, not because of the stroke, because I care for her as much as I ever did, but the communication challenges are frustrating for both of us. I feel bad for her. Is there something I can do to help her along in this journey?
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Ask an Angel: July 14, 2011
Our Ask An Angel correspondent is Arlene Petersen, Certified Senior Advisor and Life Care Navigation Specialist in the area of senior home care.
