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Archive for February 2008

February 15th, 2008

Write Your Care Plan Before You Need It

Most of you know by now that I can’t stop talking about how important it is to prepare your records and information for your family, or, help with those of your aging parents.
I ran across an article that has a really good checklist of how to make your wishes known and to organize all […]

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February 15th, 2008

Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull

It’s been 19 years since Sean Connery yelled, “Junior!” (or, “Joon-yah!”) to Harrison Ford in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.
But, in May, 2008, Indy is back in Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull.
While there are many “old” jokes out there about Harrison Ford, who is approaching age 70, none made me […]

By Elizabeth -- 1 comment

February 13th, 2008

Valentine’s Day Fun from the Lifestyles Channel

In celebration of the upcoming holiday, the b5media Lifestyles Channel participated in their own little carnival, hearts and flowers, hugs and kisses…
Because of nasty weather and the horrible flu bug going around and the recent server outage, some of the channel wasn’t able to participate. But when it comes to something like Valentine’s Day, […]

By Elizabeth -- 2 comments

February 12th, 2008

Inspired by Diabetes Creative Expression Competition deadline extened

Since many of you have written me to express interest in the Inspired by Diabetes Creative Expression Competition, I just wanted to let you know that the deadline for entries has been extended to March 31, 2008.
So, share your story about diabetes through some sort of artistic work for the chance to win
a $5,000 USD […]

By Elizabeth -- 2 comments

February 11th, 2008

TheAlzheimerSpouse.com

I can’t begin to imagine what it would be like for my husband to have Alzhemier’s, but, millions of people know about it first hand.
While there are many sites that support someone who is a caregiver, there is less out there about what the disease does to a marriage. But, TheAlzheimerSpouse.com is a place […]

By Elizabeth -- 1 comment

February 10th, 2008

GovBenefits.gov

Are there United States government benefit programs available to help you or your aging parents?
GovBenefits.gov is a partnership of Federal agencies with a shared vision to provide improved, personalized access to government assistance programs.
You can search for Federal or State benefits, browse by category, or take a confidential online screening tool that does not require […]

By Elizabeth -- 4 comments

February 8th, 2008

Robin Roberts models for fashion show without her wig

Robin Roberts left her wig behind and looked fabulous on the runway of Isaac Mizrahi’s Live Fashion Show.
Her colleagues dared her, last July when she was diagnosed with breast cancer, knowing that she had a long road ahead of her.
Robin even had some help from Supermodel Tyra Banks to get ready.
Tags: Robin Robert cancer, Robin […]

By Elizabeth -- 2 comments

February 6th, 2008

With love from the Lifestyles Channel

Valentine’s Day is coming up soon, and, b5media’s Lifestyles Channel is sweetening things up with love notes from each site.
My Valentine here at GenBetween is given to you, dear readers.
You guys have been here with me through lots of stuff in my life. While I know this topic of being in the Sandwich Generation […]

By Elizabeth -- 35 comments

February 5th, 2008

Medicare Primer

I’ve oft told you how important I think is to be familiar with an aging parent’s insurance both private and public.
Medicare is an important component for health care for aging Americans.
The Kaiser Family Foundation offers a Primer on Medicare that looks like it might be a good place to start.
As always, I urge you […]

By Elizabeth -- 1 comment

February 4th, 2008

A chance to help

I don’t often do this because there are so many people out there worthy of your assistance, but, if you read nothing else on the Internet, please read this.
Crystal, of Boobs, Injuries and Dr. Pepper blog, has elderly grandparents who need your help.
They are in their nineties, both were hospitalized recently.
Her nearly 100 year old […]

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