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      Considerations for Seniors Going on Vacation 

      We all need a break from our routine every now and then. Some seniors shy away from going on vacation as they age, but just...


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      Tags: Senior Activities

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      5 Tips for Celebrating Father's Day with Your Elderly Dad 

      Father's Day is a holiday when we are given the opportunity to give back to our father and grandfathers. We can show them how we...


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      Tags: Holidays

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      Costs of Caring for a Loved One with Alzheimer's or Dementia

      Not only can a diagnosis of Alzheimer's or dementia take an emotional toll on a family, but it can also take a financial toll....


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      Tags: Alzheimer's & Dementia

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      Alzheimer’s Caregiver Guide to Home Safety Devices

      Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease involves constantly worrying about hazards. Seniors with Alzheimer’s disease...


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      Tags: Senior Safety, Alzheimer's & Dementia

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      Making Mother's Day Special for a Mom with Dementia 

      Holidays can look very different when celebrating with parents who have dementia. Mother’s Day can be a difficult holiday because...


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      Tags: Alzheimer's & Dementia, Holidays

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      INFOGRAPHIC: Cognitive Decline in Seniors

      As the elderly age, there are different changes that may occur. Many family caregivers may wonder why these differences are...


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      Tags: Alzheimer's & Dementia

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      COVID-Safe Ways to Celebrate Easter  

      Last Easter, we were just starting to feel the effect of COVID-19 in the United States and we still felt a lot of uncertainty...


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      Tags: Holidays, Coronavirus

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      9 Home Remedies for a Sore Throat 

      Sore throats can be the result of a number of different things — screaming too loud at a concert, a bacterial infection,...


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      Tags: Senior Health

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      What Are the Symptoms of a UTI in the Elderly?

      Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are pretty common infections — especially in women and older adults. In fact, over 1 in 3...


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      Tags: Senior Health

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      Make Valentine’s Day Special with Meal Delivery

      Valentine’s Day might be a bit different this year. Many cities around the US are still on lockdown, which makes a special date...


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      Tags: Senior Safety

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      What to Do If Your Elderly Parent Has COVID-19

      While a coronavirus vaccine is in distribution, the virus is still spreading. You and your loved ones may still be at risk of...


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      Tags: Coronavirus, Infection Control

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      15 Gifts to Get Your Grandparents for Christmas

      2020 has been a hard year, and the pandemic may be putting a damper on your holiday spirits as well. Many places are still locked...


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      Tags: Holidays, Senior Living