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Occupational Therapy: What it May Look Like For You and Your Loved one with GBM

by Lisa DesautelsPosted on

Author: Amanda Beaton, Master of Occupational Therapy Colorado State University During and after treatment(s) for a brain tumor, patients often have trouble doing the day-to-day things they are used to doing such as work around the house, hobbies, or tasks related to their career or profession. In many cases, even the seemingly simple tasks such as getting dressed, brushing one’s teeth,…
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Modern Minimally Invasive Brain Surgery

by Lisa DesautelsPosted on
What is MIPS? Minimally Invasive Parafascicular* Surgery or MIPS changes how neurosurgeons can safely access the brain to remove tumors. New technology allows modern neurosurgeons to move through the natural folds and delicate fibers of the brain reaching the tumor with fewer deficits to the patient. The MIPS procedure has been performed over 25,000 times in more than 250 hospitals…
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Cape Coral Fraternal Order of Eagles makes donation to Glioblastoma Support Network.

by Lisa DesautelsPosted on

Press Release GSN receives donation. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   Las Vegas, Nevada (Friday, May 21, 2021)  The Glioblastoma Support Network, a non-profit, is pleased to announce they have received a $1,000 donation from the Cape Coral Florida Fraternal Order of Eagles.  The Glioblastoma Support Network’s mission is to provide a one-stop online resource for health care partners, and caregivers of…
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Tools for the Caregiver

by Lisa DPosted on

Tools for the Caregiver As a caregiver trainer/coach, an Adult Planning Specialist, and as an End of Life Doula, her training and life experiences with both her parent’s and husband’s illnesses and passing help others navigate the crazy, complicated medical world we live in. She is also the creator of The Resilient Caregiver’s Lifeline program. Watch Darcy’s interview with the Glioblastoma…
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Selfcare for the Caregiver

by Lisa DPosted on

SELFCARE Caregiving can be physically and emotionally exhausting. Whether you are in the profession of caregiving or taking care of a loved one, it is important to remember to recharge your batteries. For family members, caregiving can also lead to additional pressures, such as financial strain, family conflict, and social withdrawal. Over time, caregiver stress can lead to burnout, a…
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Home Safety and adaptions with GBM

by Lisa DPosted on

Written by Barbara Marcus, Occupational Therapist As a caregiver to someone with GBM the multitude of tasks can be physically, emotionally, socially, and financially demanding. Caregivers are challenged to solve problems and make decisions as care needs change with the progression of the disease. As an Occupational Therapist, I was able to navigate these changes and make adaptations for my…

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