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5 Simple Steps to Clean Out the Medicine Cabinet

Aug 2, 20234 min read

5 Simple Steps to Clean Out the Medicine Cabinet

Cleaning out your older adult’s medicine cabinet is an easily forgotten caregiving task. Hedva Barenholtz Levy, PharmD explains why it’s...

7 Steps for Hiring a Caregiver for In-Home Help

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Aug 1, 20234 min read

7 Steps for Hiring a Caregiver for In-Home Help

7 steps for hiring a great in-home caregiver When hiring a caregiver for in-home help for your older adult, you’ll want to find someone...

5 Benefits of an Early Diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or Dementia

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Jul 31, 20232 min read

5 Benefits of an Early Diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or Dementia

What to do if you suspect Alzheimer’s or dementia If your older adult is behaving oddly or showing signs of cognitive impairment, like...

3 Ways Adaptive Clothing Improves Seniors’ Quality of Life

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Jul 27, 20233 min read

3 Ways Adaptive Clothing Improves Seniors’ Quality of Life

Many older adults live with chronic conditions or age-related changes that make everyday activities like getting dressed difficult,...

2 Ways to Solve Senior Sleep Problems for Better Rest

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Jul 26, 20233 min read

2 Ways to Solve Senior Sleep Problems for Better Rest

Seniors have more trouble sleeping through the night Sleep patterns change with age, causing many seniors to have a harder time falling...

10 Quick and Easy Dysphagia Diet Recipes for Swallowing Problems

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Jul 24, 20235 min read

10 Quick and Easy Dysphagia Diet Recipes for Swallowing Problems

Many seniors have difficulty swallowing food or liquids. This condition is called dysphagia and can cause serious issues like aspiration...

6 Ideas to Get Seniors to Drink More Water

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Jul 24, 20233 min read

6 Ideas to Get Seniors to Drink More Water

Dehydration is a common and serious health problem for seniors Preventing dehydration is important because it can cause serious health...

7 More Ways to Manage Dementia Sundowning

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Jul 23, 20235 min read

7 More Ways to Manage Dementia Sundowning

Sundowning symptoms affect quality of life Someone with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia may become more agitated or anxious starting in...

Medicare Hospital Coverage: Inpatient vs Observation Status

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Jul 13, 20233 min read

Medicare Hospital Coverage: Inpatient vs Observation Status

Hospital status determines out-of-pocket medical costs When they’re in the hospital, it’s essential to know your older adult’s hospital...

How to Pay for Assisted Living: 6 Options

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Jul 13, 20233 min read

How to Pay for Assisted Living: 6 Options

How does one pay for assisted living? When seniors can no longer live independently, home care isn’t possible, or if there are safety...

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Jul 13, 20233 min read

6 Affordable Senior Transportation

Seniors need affordable transportation options Affordable senior transportation is essential for maintaining independence and health....

TIA Is a Warning Sign of Stroke and Vascular Dementia

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Jul 13, 20233 min read

TIA Is a Warning Sign of Stroke and Vascular Dementia

A TIA is a mini stroke If your older adult suddenly feels odd or acts strangely, even for a few minutes, it could be a sign that they’ve...

10 Reasons Why Seniors Walk With a Shuffling Gait

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Jul 13, 20232 min read

10 Reasons Why Seniors Walk With a Shuffling Gait

Don’t ignore a shuffling walk in seniors You might notice that your older adult shuffles or drags their feet when they walk. And even if...

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Jul 13, 20234 min read

5 Tips to Improve Sleep in Dementia

Dementia causes changes in the brain that can worsen sleep. Someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia can experience frequent waking, troubled...

Dehydration in Seniors: An Often-Overlooked Health Risk

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Jul 12, 20233 min read

Dehydration in Seniors: An Often-Overlooked Health Risk

Dehydration is dangerous for senior health Drinking enough water is important for everyone, but especially for older adults who are at...

Reduce Caregiver Stress with a DIY Gratitude Calendar

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Jul 12, 20232 min read

Reduce Caregiver Stress with a DIY Gratitude Calendar

Noticing what you’re grateful for reduces stress A quick and simple way to reduce caregiving stress is to keep a brief daily gratitude...

6 Affordable Senior Transportation Options

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Jul 12, 20233 min read

6 Affordable Senior Transportation Options

Seniors need affordable transportation options Affordable senior transportation is essential for maintaining independence and health....

Ormond Manor

Jul 11, 20233 min read

TIA Is a Warning Sign of Stroke and Vascular Dementia

A TIA is a mini stroke If your older adult suddenly feels odd or acts strangely, even for a few minutes, it could be a sign that they’ve...

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Jul 11, 20230 min read

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Veteran Caregiver Support: 5 AARP Resources

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Jul 10, 20235 min read

Veteran Caregiver Support: 5 AARP Resources

These past years, veteran and military caregivers have taken on more responsibilities along with increased isolation, stress, and...

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