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David Horgan

Bio

David Horgan is an award-winning medical educator, filmmaker and director who shares his firsthand account of what to do, what not to do, and what can happen (the good and the bad) when a parent moves in. He has been interviewed on this subject by USA Today and ABC News. Horgan has been repeatedly interviewed by NPR, ABC, NBC, CNN, USA Today, New York Times, Boston Globe, Boston Herald, Entertainment Weekly, and other media outlets.


Mr. Horgan is also Media Director for Project-13, a non-profit drop out prevention program in Holyoke, Ma that reaches inner-city kids through film and music production as well as practical work experience.



Specialties:

  • caregiving

Affiliation:

  • Author, When Your Parent Moves In

Location:

Activity

  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Caregiving:
    For Alzheimer's Caregivers, Patience and Compassion Are Key

    FRIDAY, Feb. 22 (HealthDay News) -- The picture isn't necessarily pretty when it comes to Alzheimer's disease.

    More than 5 million Americans currently have the degenerative brain condition, there's no sure way to prevent it and current treatment options don't wo...Full Article

  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Caregiving:
    Self-Esteem, Optimism Help When Caring for Spouse After Stroke

    WEDNESDAY, Feb. 6 (HealthDay News) -- Self-esteem and optimism influence depression in both stroke survivors and their spouse caregivers, and both people should be treated together, according to a new study.

    Depression is common in stroke patients and the wives ...Full Article

  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Caregiving:
    Loneliness May Take a Physical Toll

    MONDAY, Jan. 21 (HealthDay News) -- Being lonely does more than just make a person feel sad -- loneliness can affect a person's physical health, researchers report.

    In a study of 200 breast cancer survivors, average age 51, compared to study participants with m...Full Article

  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Caregiving:
    Abused Elderly Likely to Have Brain, Head and Neck Injuries

    TUESDAY, Nov. 27 (HealthDay News) -- Elderly people who are abused are more likely to have brain, head and neck injuries than those who suffer accidental injuries, according to a new study.

    Researchers from the University Health Network in Toronto examined previous research and databases ...Full Article

  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Caregiving:
    Many Grandparents Lack Latest Child Safety Info: Study

    SUNDAY, Oct. 21 (HealthDay News) -- A new study finds that many grandparent caregivers don't know about newer safety guidelines for children, such as appropriate sleep position, crib safety and car seat use.

    The number of grandparents in the United States who are the primary caregivers to...Full Article

  • David Horgan
    David Horgan answered:
    How much does it cost to care for aging parents in your own home?
    The cost to care for a parent in your home can vary depending on their needs. You can expect to pay between $15 and $25 per hour for home care personnel and $300+ per day for round the clock care (live-in) Some people utilize housekeepers and/or family members to bring the cost down.  Full Post
  • David Horgan
    David Horgan answered:
    What is caregiver stress?

    Caregiver stress is usually the result of trying to do too much. It is important to have balance in our lives. Don't feel that you have to go it alone. Reach out for help and enlist other family members.

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