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Innovative Cohousing for Seniors Improves Socialization & Health
In some cultures, generations of families live together in one home. As parents age, younger generations care for them. The socialization and companionship of multi-generation homes tend to improve health and help seniors live to a very old age. Here…
What You Should Know About Caring for an Older Adult with Dementia
Caring for someone with Dementia can provide special challenges. Follow these tips to help you when taking care of an older adult with Dementia. Dementia is a general term for loss of memory, thinking, and reasoning skills that are severe…
How to Introduce Seniors to Video Chatting to Combat Loneliness
When seniors experience loneliness and isolation, it can lead to depression and physical ailments. Psychological and sociological factors have a significant influence on how well we age. That’s why keeping a senior loved one engaged with family and friends is…
A Caregiver’s Role During Hospice & Palliative Care
The caregiver role looks different when a patient is in hospice or palliative care. Learn about how caregivers can bring quality & comfort to their patients during this time. What is Hospice? Hospice is specialized care designed to support an…
3 Ways to Stay Active with Arthritis
Arthritis affects 54 million adults in the United States. That number is expected to grow to 78 million over the next 20 years as the US population ages. Arthritis can’t be cured, but the risk for the disease can be…
Top 10 Hidden Hazards for Seniors at Home
There could be hidden hazards to your aging loved one in their home. It is essential to recognize and remedy these hazards to keep your senior safe at home. Home is not always a sweet home. There could be hidden…
