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  • Apr
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Why Having Pets is Beneficial to Your Health

Does your elderly parent have a pet? If he or she is struggling with health issues or depression, a furry companion might be a good idea. Research shows that owning a pet is beneficial to both physical and mental health, in a number of ways. Physically speaking, interacting with friendly animals can lower blood pressure, […]
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  • Apr
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How to Go About Writing A Power of Attorney

How much do you know about a power of attorney? A power of attorney is a legal document that makes it easier for people to take care of each other when one of them is incapacitated. If you’ve got an aging parent, it’s a good idea for your parent to create a power of attorney, […]
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  • Mar
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When Should Seniors Stop Driving?

As people get older, it’s only natural that they should want to hold onto their independence as long as possible. For many seniors, that means maintaining a driver’s license as long as they can, in order to keep their mobility and freedom. At some point, however, it becomes dangerous for a senior to continue driving. […]
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  • Mar
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Signs it is Time to Move Your Parents into Assisted Living

As your parent’s age, they may be very invested in staying in their own home or living with family. This may work for a time, but often the need for care outweighs other considerations. You may be conflicted, not wishing your parents to be uncomfortable or feel abandoned, but there are some very clear signs […]
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  • Mar
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When should you consider writing a will?

Have you written your will? If you don’t have a variety of assets or a lot of money, you may think you don’t need one. The truth is, almost everyone needs a will, and it’s good to go ahead and write one if only to get a mildly unpleasant task out of the way. Why […]
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  • Feb
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Top 7 Health Concerns for the Elderly

As we age, we all go through certain physiological changes. Skin becomes thinner and more fragile, eyes get drier, muscles lose tone, the immune system gets weaker, and we experience hormonal shifts. This is not to say that it’s impossible to remain healthy in old age; indeed, with proper exercise, proactive medical care, and a […]
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  • Feb
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9 Ways to Connect with an Alzheimer’s Patient

Alzheimer’s is a frightening disease, not least because of the way it impacts relationships. If you have a loved one who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, you may find yourself struggling to communicate and wrestling with your own emotions in the face of your loved one’s confusion and mood swings. It’s important to remember that […]
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  • Feb
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Dementia and Pet Therapy

There’s a lot of buzz about pet therapy for dementia patients and with good reason. People with dementia often feel isolated, depressed and lonely, so it makes sense that therapy involving companion animals would be a good fit. In fact, pets have far more to offer than clever antics and fuzzy bodies: they’re good for […]
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  • Jan
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The Benefits of Music for the Elderly

From the moment we’re born until the moment we die, music and rhythm play a powerful role in our lives. Our mothers soothe us with lullabies, our teachers give us songs to help us remember facts, we express patriotism, love, despair, and just about every other emotion through the use of music. Even planning a […]
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  • Jan
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Tips for Choosing an Assisted Living Facility

If you’re looking for an assisted living facility for a loved one, you may be a bit confused about what you should be looking for. There are many types of housing for seniors or those in need of care. The first thing you’ll want to do is to compile a list of assisted living communities […]
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