Resident education/Support groups

Guest Blogger, Rosebud, age 97

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97-year old Rosebud, whom I mentioned in my 11/15/08 post, was a social worker, raised two children, and now lives in a nursing home.  She would like to share with you the following thoughts about recreational activities: “Old folks know a lot and need to have their minds stimulated.  We residents can’t speak back and … Read more

For Residents: How to Talk to Medical Doctors

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Talking to a medical doctor is not like talking to a normal person.  In a regular conversation, one person says, “Hi.  How are you?”  The other says, “Fine.  And yourself?” And they go from there.  If busy Dr. Shah stops by Ms. Crenshaw’s room, inquires how she is, and hears that she’s “Fine,” he’s likely … Read more