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Rick Lauber

@cdncaregiver

Canadian author, sharing his caregiving story and counselling family members, friends, spouses and/or partners who are potential, new or current caregivers.

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How can two months without elevator service in a seniors' residence be justified? Please read more from @ctvnews: ctvnews.ca/edmonton/artic….

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"As the seniors’ population increases over the coming years, so will the number of people who have chronic diseases." What is the future of #caregiving? Please read more here: publications.gc.ca/collections/Co….

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"Accompanying an elder for doctors for medical appointments, annual check-ups, or simple prescription refills isn’t as straightforward as it sounds." Please read more in my latest Caregiver Solutions Magazine article: caregiversolutions.ca/caregiving/11-….

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Jo Horne's #Caregiver Bill of Rights is an important reminder. Please read more here: caregiversns.org/images/uploads….

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Caregiver guilt can result from feeling inadequate and not doing enough, impatient, or a desire to take time away from a loved one. How can you let that guilt go? Please read more from UnitedHealthcare: uhc.com/news-articles/….

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Stress. Anger. Worry. Guilt. Depression. Reduced concentration. Insomnia. These are among the many negative results of #caregiving. When helping / supporting a loved one, it's vital to help / support yourself as well.

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Edmonton #seniors play "O Canada' on the kazoo in response to harmonica anthem. Please read more from CTV News: ctvnews.ca/edmonton/artic….

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ā€œI could see getting another flight or two in before I’m ready to hang up my rocket nozzles.ā€ 70-year-old astronaut returns to Earth but isn't ready to retire yet. Please read more from CTV News: ctvnews.ca/sci-tech/artic….

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While technology can greatly assist #caregivers, it is no substitute for the human touch, love, and compassion which can be provided.

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May, 2025 is National #Caregiver Awareness Month in Canada. Let's take this time to better see, value, and support those who choose to help and support aging loved ones in need.

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While #caregivers often have different motivations for doing the job, they will have the same reason in mind - to help and/or support an aging loved one.

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Happy Mother's Day! Going for brunch with Mom is a popular idea, but one of the best presents a family #caregiver can give is their love and appreciation. Heartfelt gratitude can be greatly valued.

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It's unfortunate that #seniors don't always want to discuss their thoughts and wishes re: their declining health, finances, and mortality and family #caregivers don't always want to discuss these matters either. But planning and open conversation both help ...

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The potential of becoming a #caregiver and the many issues a caregiver faces are both very real. Burying your head in the sand and trying to ignore the problems is not the best answer ...

The potential of becoming a #caregiver and the many issues a caregiver faces are both very real. Burying your head in the sand and trying to ignore the problems is not the best answer ...
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New Report Shows Nearly Half of U.S. States are on the Threshold of a #Caregiving Emergency. Please read more from Business Wire: businesswire.com/news/home/2025….