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Why Swallowing Problems Can Be Dangerous for Seniors
Swallowing is one of the body’s most important functions. It is the way in which food reaches the stomach, allowing the body to absorb important nutrients. When swallowing becomes impaired, eating and drinking can become difficult and health can suffer,…
8 Fun Outdoor Activities for Seniors to Enjoy During the Summer
When the weather begins to turn warm, signaling that summer is on the way, it’s only natural to want to shake off the cobwebs of winter and get outdoors for some much-needed sunshine and fresh air. This applies to people…
5 Ways to be an Effective Health Care Advocate to Your Aging Parents
It’s hard to imagine a scenario in which the tables are turned and you have to start taking care of your parents. This can be an understandably uncomfortable topic for both aging parents and their children to discuss. However, as…
Eating Less is Better for Aging, But Quality Matters
As people age, the need for high quality nutrition increases, but the amount of food does not. In fact, it’s quite the opposite. Eating less is better and healthier for us as we age. Consuming smaller amounts of food more…
Legal Preparations for Caregiving: Documents & Discussions with Your Loved One
Most seniors would like to remain independent for as long as possible. Provided they are in good physical, mental, and emotional health, they may be able to maintain independence throughout the course of their lives. Unfortunately, the ravages of time…
10 Social Programs for the Elderly/Senior Population
As people grow older and enter their senior years, it’s not unusual to suffer some loneliness and loss of companionship. Not only do seniors lose opportunities to meet new people in social situations (through a job, for example), but they…
