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      Healthy and Easy-to-Make Sweet Treats for Seniors

      With the arrival of cooler weather and the holidays, more opportunities are on the horizon to indulge in the most forbidden of...


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      Tags: Healthy Recipes

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      Kitchen Safety for Seniors
      By Ruby Cemental On December 12, 2017

      Kitchen Safety for Seniors

      Cooking in the kitchen is not without peril, especially for older adults. It sometimes seems like there is a danger at every turn...


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      Tags: Senior Safety

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      Avoiding Holiday Scams: Advice for Caregivers

      It's an unfortunate reality that seniors are often the targets of online, telephone and mail scams. In fact, one report indicates...


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      Tags: Finances, Holidays

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      Healthy Thanksgiving Dishes

      Gather all your friends and family around the table this Thanksgiving! As you're preparing your mouth-watering feast, make sure...


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      Tags: Healthy Recipes

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      Senior Safety while Shopping on Black Friday & Cyber Monday

      Black Friday and Cyber Monday, although not official holidays, have become a big part of the season. But what is happening on...


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      Tags: Senior Safety

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      The Hotty Toddy: Grandpa's Cure for the Common Cold

      When the common cold strikes, we often turn to time-tested home remedies passed down through generations. One such remedy is the...


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      Tags: Senior Health, Healthy Recipes

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      Best Cities For Seniors to Age in Place

      Every city has its perks, but there are some cities that are simply great locations for seniors to age in place. Here are a few...


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      Tags: Senior Living

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      Noticeable Changes That May Predict Cognitive Decline

      Family, close friends, and caregivers, those who most frequently interact with your senior loved one, often are the first to...


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      Tags: Alzheimer's & Dementia

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      Practical Ways To Keep Your Senior Safe From Wandering

      More than 3 out of 5 Alzheimer's and other dementia sufferers will wander. If you are a senior caregiver for someone who suffers...


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      Tags: Alzheimer's & Dementia

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      When Does Medicare Pay for Skilled Rehab for Seniors?

      Seniors are able to receive skilled rehabilitation services through Medicare, but there are certain requirements that must be...


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      Tags: Medicare, Rehabilitation

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      Unique Ways to Use Vinegar
      By Ruby Cemental On September 12, 2017

      Unique Ways to Use Vinegar

      Vinegar is great for a lot more than cooking. In fact, vinegar is more versatile than almost any of us ever even knew! Vinegar...


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      Tags: Senior Products

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      The Rise of Male Caregivers: Expanding Home Roles

      Gender roles continue to dilute as more men assume household responsibilities and provide care for parents or spouses. In 2012, ...


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      Tags: Caregivers