Monthly "Twitcap": Re-Cap of @brightstarcare in December
In case you missed them, or maybe you're not even on Twitter yet, we wanted to re-cap all of @brightstarcare's Tweets for the month of December. We strive to share helpful articles, tools and Websites and hope the following will be of value to you. Enjoy!
Alzheimer's caregiving: Organizations offer help http://ow.ly/QU4Z
Sometimes the holidays mean having serious conversations with aging family memebrs. Tips for good communication: http://ow.ly/QQKT
RT @aarpbulletin At Risk for Bone Fracture? - Everyone's bones thin with age. So who should use bone-enhancing drugs http://ow.ly/QQwg
For all of those who celebrated, how was your holiday? What, if anything, will you do differently for the new year?
Grandchildren can make perfect housemates http://ow.ly/QrVT
What is your New Year's resolution? http://ow.ly/OYFY
Much rest and relaxation to all of you this holiday season, especially caregivers http://ow.ly/OYDN
Did you know? Although unproven, a diet rich in foods containing vitamin E may reduce the severity of a stroke.
RT @shellyasun Accessibility for a worry-free celebration http://ow.ly/OYwY
Don't know what to get a family member who lives far away? Give the gift of Skype to stay connected! http://ow.ly/OYvl
RT @aarpbulletin RT @taracoates: For end-of-year donations, make sure your money helps as many as possible. http://bit.ly/8qB1Jm
Wow - that's a long time! Caregiving is such a challenge. RT @ElderCareRN The average length of caregiving is 8 years (via @davidsthompson)
The keys for a stress-free holiday season http://ow.ly/OYtP
Are you happy? http://ow.ly/Oftu
True happiness at any age http://ow.ly/Nyom
So true! RT @PaulaFarris It may be the "most wonderful time of the year," but if you feel sad from dementia caregiving talk to someone.
Boomers are changing with the times http://ow.ly/NsO6
Social Health: iPhone app finds doctors across the country http://ow.ly/N9eb
RT @shellyasun The importance of family time makes finding fun activities for everyone to enjoy critical http://ow.ly/MNns
Stress less this holiday season http://ow.ly/MNkJ
Interesting article about a cholesterol drug... for people without high cholesterol http://ow.ly/MNiB
Trading home equity for cash http://ow.ly/MNi6
Are you keeping up with washing your hands and getting enough sleep to keep your immune system strong? http://ow.ly/KXpS
@aarpbulletin Mystery Disease: Is it Alzheimer's, Parkinson's or NPH? http://ow.ly/KXeo
Tips for reducing stress and boosting your mood - even in winter! http://ow.ly/KGzR
RT @shellyasun Seasonal depression is very real, but is light therapy the answer? http://ow.ly/KFRK
The importance of istening to eachother - a tragic story http://ow.ly/KFNJ
Can coffee fight prostate cancer? http://ow.ly/Kpca
RT @ourparents Family Caregivers To Seniors- Who are they? http://wp.me/pxE4Y-85
HOW TO: Using Lifeline to Monitor Caregiver Response http://ow.ly/KjPe
My Football Game' Lets Disabled Gamers Go Deep http://ow.ly/JZjn
Insulin devices being discontinued http://ow.ly/JTk0
RT @AgingTechnology Smart-Room Project Opens Doors For Seniors: http://ow.ly/JzWC
Easy modifications can make for a less stressful holiday season http://ow.ly/IEHt
Boomers: Take it easier! http://ow.ly/IDqh
RT @
nytimeshealth Patient Money: Knowing What's Worth Paying for in Vitamins
http://ow.ly/Iyxk
"What the Tweet?!" A "Twitcap" of November Tweets http://ow.ly/Idc3
Don't fall prey to this health insurance scam http://ow.ly/HYIN
Great article RE: family caregiving highlights a phenomenon that is becoming more and more prevalent http://ow.ly/HR1S Is this your reality?
Is your Web browser accessible? http://ow.ly/HQSk
Very true, thx for sharing! RT @PaulaRobinson Like happiness, loneliness is contagious http://ow.ly/HF27 #health #attitude
Is family caregiving a women's issue? http://ow.ly/HBYN
Senior Scams: Health Insurance Con http://ow.ly/HyiX
Boomers seeing an increase in disability? http://ow.ly/Hwrr
@MerrilyO thanks for the RT!
RT @aarpbulletin Diabetes Rate To Double in 25 years - Cost of care could triple http://ow.ly/HvdE