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Simple Strategies for Managing Diabetes in Older Adults

November 10, 2023

November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and with more than 130 million Americans diagnosed with the disease, it is likely you know someone or perhaps even …Read More

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The Evolutions of Older Adult Scams: How AI Is Changing the Game

October 27, 2023

October is the season for spookiness, but none of Halloween’s haunts holds a candle to the frightening reality of the latest older adult scams. Older …Read More

A woman feels a lack of support when caring for her aging father, one of the top three challenges caregivers face.

Three Challenges Caregivers Face on a Routine Basis

October 20, 2023

Taking care of your aging parents is an incredibly rewarding act of love. As you reflect on the care they provided to you when you …Read More

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Providing Care for an Aging Parent as an Only Child

October 13, 2023

Being an only child has its perks. During childhood, you never had to experience sibling rivalry or squabbles, and you had the advantage of receiving …Read More

A senior woman is spending time with a loved one with dementia.

Top Tips for Spending Time With a Loved One With Dementia

September 8, 2023

A diagnosis of dementia may also mean a diagnosis for loneliness. Though socialization remains critically important for those with Alzheimer’s disease, multiple factors can cause …Read More

A woman engages in dementia-friendly activities, such as putting together a puzzle, with her elderly mother.

Dementia-Friendly Activities to Build Self-Esteem

August 25, 2023

What is it that gets you up out of bed every day? Most of us have an extensive list of to-dos that pushes us to …Read More

A woman pours a glass of water, understanding that hydration is an important strategy in caring for someone with incontinence.

Strategies for Caring for Someone With Incontinence

August 18, 2023

It’s not something most people would feel comfortable discussing with others. As a matter of fact, the embarrassment of even talking about incontinence is generally …Read More

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Family Caregiving Tips: How to Advocate for Older Loved Ones During a Hospital Stay

July 14, 2023

Whether a loved one is hospitalized for a planned procedure or an unplanned medical crisis, you may be left feeling vulnerable and helpless. You’re trusting …Read More

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Savoring Every Bite: Strategies to Overcome Appetite Loss in Aging Adults

June 30, 2023

You’ve just made a large batch of Mom’s special chili recipe. The house smells delicious, and you cannot wait to have a helping. But while …Read More

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Preserve Independence With Alzheimer’s by Adapting Activities

June 16, 2023

If you are caring for a person with dementia, you may be inclined to do as much as possible for the person to relieve the …Read More

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