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Benefits of Meditation for Seniors
Most of us at one time or another have thought about adding meditation to our daily routine. While we have good intentions, it's sometimes difficult to find the time to ...
Helping Seniors Deal with Loss of Independence
As people age, they will find themselves depending on others for help with daily tasks. Loss of independence is a natural part of growing older, and it's important to know ...
Avoiding Food Poisoning in Hot Weather: Keeping Our Seniors Safe In Summer Months
The outside temperature is increasing and the days are getting longer, which sends more and more of us outside to enjoy the nice weather. Seniors especially find a reprieve from ...
Helping Seniors Overcome Holiday Depression
Seniors especially are prone to feeling sad during the holidays. They are more aware of the passing of time and the absence of parents, siblings, and friends who have died. ...
Talking to Grandchildren About Dementia
"Why is Grandma acting so strange? She doesn't remember my name." It may be scary and confusing for a child to see his or her grandparents acting strangely at the onset ...
What Do You Consider an Outstanding Caregiver?
I asked our clients what they consider to be an outstanding caregiver and here's what they said: As a Client Care Manager who has spent many years speaking with home care ...
There’s No Place Like Home!
Aging in Place With the Help of An In-Home Healthcare Agency."We raised our children in this home. I don't want to live anywhere else!" "Can no longer reach my feet when ...
When Is It Time to Consider Overnight Care?
Seniors often experience more nighttime awakenings than younger folks. A variety of factors, including dementia, can cause this, but for the most part, it's merely a matter of their circadian ...
The Importance Of Foot Care For Seniors
Health issues are an inevitable part of the aging process. Unfortunately, foot health is one of the most neglected aspects of general health, especially among the elderly. According to the ...