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Nursing Home Activities: Get Outdoors!
Read moreIn order for nursing home residents to thrive, they must be able to enjoy recreational activities and events outdoors,…
December 23, 201500 -
The 5 Most Common Illnesses for Seniors
Read moreMany common illnesses that are merely unpleasant for the young can have much more serious consequences for seniors. Here…
December 10, 2015 -
When is it Time for Hospice?
Read moreHas your loved one’s doctor told them they have less than 6 months to live? How do you decide…
November 29, 2015 -
Support for Family Caregivers
Read moreIn honor of National Family Caregivers Month, here’s an overview of the social, financial and professional support programs available…
November 26, 2015 -
Preventing Caregiver Burnout: 5 Tips to Care for Yourself
Read moreHow do you prevent caregiver burnout? Follow these five tips to improve quality of life, both for you, and…
November 20, 2015 -
Gifts for Caregivers
Read moreYou can make life easier for a family caregiver whether for a special occasion or “just because.” Here…
November 7, 2015 -
Should You Get Long-Term Care Insurance?
Read moreWhat is long-term care (LTC) insurance, and is it worth it? Here are the factors to consider when determine…
October 11, 2015 -
The Gift of Caring
Read moreThe new book, The Gift of Caring: Saving Our Parents from the Perils of Modern Healthcare, is a compelling…
October 5, 2015 -
What is Sundowning?
Read moreSundowning syndrome affects up to 20% of people with Alzheimer’s, and is characterized by confusion as natural light fades…
September 26, 2015 -
What is Memory Care?
Read moreMemory care is one of the most specialized types of senior living facilities you’ll find. With 44 million seniors…
September 25, 2015