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Diet and Medications: Certain Healthy Foods Can Be Risky for Seniors
Managing a senior loved one’s medications and diet is a challenge many family caregivers face daily. Many clients are surprised to learn that certain otherwise healthy foods can interfere...
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How to Monitor Blood Pressure at Home
Blood pressure readings can be an important indicator of our health, particularly our heart health. But single, occasional measurements are just snapshots of our blood pressure at that moment. To...
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5 Tips for Oxygen Safety at Home
Many seniors on oxygen therapy tote their oxygen devices everywhere they go, whether that is around the house or out and about while running errands. The devices help clients breathe better when...
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Hospital to Home Transitions: What Family Caregivers Need to Know
If your elderly loved one is coming home after having been in the hospital, in a rehabilitation facility, or a skilled nursing facility (SNF), it’s important to ensure that they have a safe...
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Should I Call the Doctor or the Nurse?
If your loved one receives in-home care, any new illnesses, injuries, or symptoms can be upsetting and confusing. How do you know when to call the doctor and when it’s best to start with your...
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Attention, Diabetes Caregivers: Not All Burns are Caused by Heat!
When you think about caring for a loved one with diabetes, what do you have to consider every day? Of course, blood sugar levels, medication management, and diet top the list. But burn safety...
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Tips for Seniors to Lose Weight and Get Heart-Healthy
As our loved ones age, we encourage them to worry less and live more. That can mean traveling, spending time with family and friends, and volunteering, just to name a few. To enjoy an optimum...
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How to Guard Seniors Against Internet Scams and Fraud
Many seniors today rely on email, social media, and phones to stay connected with friends and family. While technology keeps us in touch from afar, it also opens the door to scammers who prey on...
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Adapting Family Traditions for an Aging Loved One
As your loved one ages, it can be a challenge to honor certain traditions. Older adults may not have the energy or physical ability any longer to host or attend a large family event. And if they do...
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How to Recognize When a Loved One Needs Home Care
One of the most difficult things in life is seeing a loved one struggling to care for themselves safely and independently at home. This can be especially hard when it’s a parent or spouse who...