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  • Thanksgiving Survival Tips for Seniors and Their Caregivers Thanksgiving Survival Tips for Seniors and Their Caregivers Thanksgiving is a wonderful holiday for Americans, meant to enjoy loved ones, good food, and a relaxed atmosphere. Planning for all this fun and relaxation can sometimes be a bit stressful, especially if you’re a caretaker for the senior loved one in your life. But fear not! ... Read More
  • Communicating with Dementia Patients Communicating with Dementia Patients Witnessing a loved one with dementia or Alzheimer’s can be a very painful experience. As they progress in the disease, memory problems become more noticeable. Eventually, that impairment causes the loss of self and they may not even recognize their friends and family. ... Read More
  • Protecting Seniors Against Scams Protecting Seniors Against Scams Each year, seniors are among the most targeted age group for scammers to work their dirty tricks. Their safety is on the line and their retirement they worked so hard to fund is also at risk. Criminals prey on seniors due to the simple fact that older people are deemed more ... Read More
  • 5 Tips for Helping Seniors Accept In-Home Care 5 Tips for Helping Seniors Accept In-Home Care Do you have a senior loved one who adamantly refuses the idea of having someone come into the home to provide care? This is a difficult spot to find yourself in, as you no doubt need a break from the ongoing task of caretaking. It is often very difficult for older adults to ... Read More
  • 5 Ways to Prevent Heat Stroke in Seniors 5 Ways to Prevent Heat Stroke in Seniors Heat stroke can be deadly in seniors. As the summer heats up, so does the risk for heat stroke. It is a potentially fatal condition and can happen before they realize they are in the danger zone. As we age, out bodies become less responsive to heat, so it’s important that ... Read More
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