"I have to go!"
How many times do we say or think that during the course of the day? We may joke about it but it can be a real problem. Both men
and women suffer from this; however, we seem to hear more about it in women because men are more embarrassed
to address this problem. Did you know even your pets can have problems?
Who knew! Now, if you are a caregiver, or even the one with this problem, you have to deal with your animals
as well. I guess this puts You
in a position of relating to how they are feeling! I have an idea, let's ask the Dog Whisperer!
Are you interested in finding out more information about this and what you can do to change this so that you can enjoy your life more without worrying about accidents? There are natural ways as well as
information to read and determine what you want to do to manage and treat your urinary incontinence
.Let's look at another way that may be natural for you to try. What about Yoga and Acupuncture?
And, of course, throughout the day and especially when you are exercising
, you will want to wear a pad! Hey, if you are the guy on the commercial that talks about how nobody knows he wears a pad for bladder control, well have I got news for you. Oops! 
Now EVERYBODY 
knows! 
So, are you ready to talk to your doctor or your vet?
PARKINSON'S DISEASE
What is Parkinson's Disease? Despite what your disease has been labeled, it is how you decide to live with it that matters. What is your perception? In the face of adversity, our natural thoughts and tendency is to live in denial or say, "why me?" Any disease is dreadful but it doesn't have to be deadly.
I do believe in healing from God through His son Jesus. However, sometimes it is not instantaneous -- that is considered a Miracle. Sometimes it is gradual and that is where your faith walk and belief system comes in. My Pastor, Keith Craft, always says, "your attitude determines your altitude"
. Make a decision to believe what God says, not the doctor. Even if your symptoms continue to get worse, speak blessings over your health and let that come out of your mouth. Your words are powerful and sharper than a two edged sword 
so be careful what you speak.Other Recommendations:
- Get a Massage! It is so
good for your body and has a way of relieving the tension and stress. Have the masseuse use
Essential Oils. To find out more able the role
- Have the Elders in your church anoint you with oil.
- Use a Juicer to make fresh juice (orange, apple, pear, vegetable, carrot, etc). There are so many different fresh fruits and vegetables you can use and they are healthy and nutritious. Remember to use organic whenever you are able. The foods that God mentioned in the Bible is a great place to start.
- Forgiveness is key to healing body, mind, soul and spirit. Left unchecked and unresolved, it creates poison in your body.
- Service to Others One of the best ways to take all the focus off yourself is to give of yourself. There are others out there who may be in a worse situation than you are. Let your light continue to shine and reach out to others when your need seems to be the greatest.
ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE
Caregiver Siblings at War (Again!)
By Frena Gray-Davidson
After Dad died was when all you kids found out that actually Mom had Alzheimer's. He'd never let you see how bad she really was. Why knows why? Mistaken sense of loyalty, maybe. In denial, perhaps.
Of course, you all hoped maybe she'd get better after the shock of his death wore off. But, no. Then that lengthy assessment visit to the Alzheimer's Center and now it's official.
You all decided that it made most sense for you to move into the house with Mom and be her caregiver. That seemed easy. Your brother the accountant took over her money. Your other brother went to Alaska and hasn't been back for 18 months. Your sister who lives far away in Minnesota - well, she's the one who's always burning up the phoneline.
She phones you. She phones your accountant brother. She phoned your Mom's doctor a couple of times. Meanwhile, you really do have a 24-hour job at no pay.
Time for a family conference? Yes, indeed. Of course, since you gave up your former life, don't have a paid job and do have Mom, you're the one who needs to call the conference. Luckily these days, you don't even have to listen to them making excuses for not being able to fly to Mom's home. Nope. You can book one of those on-line conference deals and, bam, you'll be in conference together.
But here's what you need to do first. You see, I'm afraid you've already shown that you're too weak-willed to challenge them. You didn't ask for the money, you didn't outline the time off you'd need, you didn't set out the necessary lines of care and power settings in the family.
Now you're exhausted would be a good time. And, as someone who's had to mediate family councils and had to negotiate my own salary more than once, let me help you here.
You don't know right now that your services are worth at least $3,000 in the market, with at least two days off a week in whatever form you want them. Just because you're your mother's daughter doesn't change that. After all, are the others giving up their lives to be here and do this?
No. You're going to have to grow a spine. Maybe your family always dismissed you a bit before and you're letting this go on now. You're the hero here, okay? So get a grip and get going. Here are the things you might want on your list.
Your Want List:
1. You want a salary;
2. You want time off;
3. You want a vacation;
4. You want a float for daily expenses, so work out shopping, travel, treats and other helping Mom expenses at a monthly rate;
5. You want it clear that you are the on-the-spot gal and don't want long-distance criticism or interference-- I'm assuming here that you're doing a good job, okay?
6. Neither you nor your mother's doctor want outside interference from someone not on the spot;
In other words, my dear fellow caregiver, you want respect. And you earn it and, to keep that respect, you must continue to be worthy of it.
It is rare for families to take care of these issues without someone speaking up. That would be you.
Frena Gray-Davidson, Alzheimer's caregiver and author of five caregiving books, including her latest book "Alzheimer's 911: Help, Hope, and Healing for the Caregivers", available at http://www.amazon.com/. Frena teaches care families and professionals to decode the language of dementia and achieve successful behavior interventions. Go to her website at http://www.alzguide.com/ and sign up for her free monthly online newsletter for all involved in dementia care. Email her at frenagd@gmail.com.
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