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When Parents Live Separately in Assisted Living: How to Help Them Cope

Jan 25, 20162 min read

When Parents Live Separately in Assisted Living: How to Help Them Cope

Different care needs can lead to forced separation As older adult couples age, many end up needing different levels of care. Worsening...

Three Affordable Housing Programs for Seniors

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Jan 13, 20162 min read

Three Affordable Housing Programs for Seniors

Affordable housing for seniors Senior housing can be extremely expensive, leaving seniors with no option but to spend the majority of...

The ONE Alzheimer’s Care Tip That Will Change Your Life

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Dec 21, 20152 min read

The ONE Alzheimer’s Care Tip That Will Change Your Life

Reminders and reason just won’t work When caring for an older adult with Alzheimer’s or dementia, it’s instinctive to try to bring them...

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Dec 17, 20152 min read

Special Cushions Prevent Pressure Sores

Limited mobility can lead to skin problems Some older adults become frail or ill to the point where they can’t move their bodies enough....

3 Ways to Reduce Caregiver Holiday Stress and Enjoy the Season

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Dec 13, 20152 min read

3 Ways to Reduce Caregiver Holiday Stress and Enjoy the Season

Holidays can be tough on caregivers Even if you’re caring for an older adult, it’s still possible to have an enjoyable and less stressful...

Funny Things About Aging: Caregiver Humor in Cartoons

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Nov 26, 20151 min read

Funny Things About Aging: Caregiver Humor in Cartoons

Sometimes you’ve just gotta laugh When you’re a caregiver, there are tedious, exasperating, and scary moments. But hilarious things...

4 Ways to Help Seniors with Alzheimer’s Enjoy the Holidays

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Nov 22, 20153 min read

4 Ways to Help Seniors with Alzheimer’s Enjoy the Holidays

Holidays are often stressful for seniors with Alzheimer’s Holidays bring a flurry of activity, changes in daily routine, conversations...

50 Facts About Alzheimer’s [Infographic]

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Nov 1, 20151 min read

50 Facts About Alzheimer’s [Infographic]

Alzheimer’s is a rapidly growing problem Today, about 47 million people worldwide are living with dementia. That number is expected to...

8 Forms of Dementia You Might Not Know About

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Oct 4, 20151 min read

8 Forms of Dementia You Might Not Know About

Dementia is a global problem Did you know that 47.5 million people across the world are living with dementia? It’s a global epidemic that...

Q & A: Should You Correct Someone with Alzheimer’s?

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Sep 17, 20152 min read

Q & A: Should You Correct Someone with Alzheimer’s?

– Question – My mom has Alzheimer’s. I know her mind isn’t what it used to be, but she says things that are obviously wrong or not true....

1 in 10 Seniors Has Depression [Infographic]

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Jul 22, 20152 min read

1 in 10 Seniors Has Depression [Infographic]

Seniors are vulnerable to depression Older adults go through many major life changes. These changes can make them more vulnerable to...

Two Steps to Recover from Caregiver Burnout

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Jul 15, 20152 min read

Two Steps to Recover from Caregiver Burnout

Caregiver burnout is a serious problem Caregiving is demanding and stressful. It’s a role where you could often feel like you have no...

What is a Power of Attorney and Why Do Seniors Need One?

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Jul 9, 20153 min read

What is a Power of Attorney and Why Do Seniors Need One?

A durable Power of Attorney is essential for caregivers It’s hard to think about, but a day will come when your senior won’t be able to...

5 Classic Games Improve Senior Brain Health

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Jul 7, 20152 min read

5 Classic Games Improve Senior Brain Health

Classic games are fun for seniors Games are perfect for a relaxing visit with your older adult. Some are great for groups, like when...

Better Lighting for Seniors Reduces Fall Risk

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Jun 23, 20152 min read

Better Lighting for Seniors Reduces Fall Risk

Good lighting in the right places reduce senior falls One of the top ways to prevent falls in older adults is to make sure that their...

Nobody Talks About These 2 Reasons for Caregiver Stress

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Mar 5, 20152 min read

Nobody Talks About These 2 Reasons for Caregiver Stress

2 reasons caregiving is SO HARD We all know caregiver stress is a big problem. But WHY is caregiving so stressful? Nobody really talks...

Signs of Normal Aging: Incontinence, Falls, Sleep, Skin

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Jan 28, 20152 min read

Signs of Normal Aging: Incontinence, Falls, Sleep, Skin

What is normal? Is your older adult aging “normally” or are the changes you’re seeing signs of a disease or something else you should...

VIDEO: Experience Alzheimer’s for Yourself

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Jan 22, 20152 min read

VIDEO: Experience Alzheimer’s for Yourself

What’s going on in their minds? Anyone who cares for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia has wondered what they’re going through. Even...

Signs of Normal Aging: Memory, Eyes, Ears, Bones, Digestion

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Jan 21, 20152 min read

Signs of Normal Aging: Memory, Eyes, Ears, Bones, Digestion

What is normal aging? You might wonder if your older adult is aging “normally” or if there are things you should be worried about – like...

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Jan 5, 20152 min read

Caregiver Stress: Are You in Denial?

Denial leads to caregiving burnout Denying that you need help is a major reason for caregiver burnout. Many caregivers are convinced that...

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