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      Understanding Gout in the Elderly

      Gout is a type of arthritis that commonly affects the elderly population. It is caused by the buildup of uric acid crystals in...


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      Tags: Senior Health

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      Protecting Aging Parents from Elderly Frauds & Scams

      As people get older, they may become more targeted by fraud and scams. This is because scammers view the elderly as more...


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      Tags: Finances

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      How To Talk To Aging Parents About Home Care

      As our parents age, it can be difficult to talk to them about getting some help at home. However, it’s important to have these...


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      Tags: Caregivers, Home Care

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      Overcoming Gaps in Discharge Planning

      When a loved one is getting ready to leave the hospital, the discharge planning process should help you and your family...


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      Tags: Hospital

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      How Families Can Help with Hospital Discharge Planning

      When a loved one is in the hospital, all you can think about is getting them well enough to go home. But when the time comes to...


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      Tags: Hospital

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      Proper Hand Hygiene to Prevent Illness

      Do you know one of the easiest ways to help prevent illness? Washing your hands! This seemingly simple task can help you rid your...


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      Tags: Senior Health

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      How to Help Veterans in Your Community

      There are around 19 million veterans in the United States, and, unfortunately, this number represents one of our largest...


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      Tags: Holidays

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      The Psychological Effect of a Hospital Stay on Seniors

      While time in the hospital can help a senior physically, it can have adverse effects on their mental health. Treatment can turn...


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      Tags: Hospital

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      Home Safety for Alzheimer’s and Dementia

      While home adjustments are necessary for any senior as they age, they are especially important for seniors with dementia. As...


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      Tags: Senior Safety, Alzheimer's & Dementia

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      What Is Respite Care?
      By Eric Carter On July 25, 2022

      What Is Respite Care?

      Family caregivers often dive head first into their new role, full of energy and ready to do everything they can for their loved...


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      Tags: Respite Care, Family Caregiver

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      Preserving Memories: Capturing a Senior’s Legacy

      Everyone has a story to tell — and seniors have collected a lot of stories over the years. These stories matter because they are...


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      What Is CHF Exacerbation?
      By Eric Carter On February 28, 2022

      What Is CHF Exacerbation?

      CHF, or congestive heart failure, is a chronic heart condition in which the heart isn’t able to meet the body’s demand for...


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      Tags: Heart health, CHF