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Why Good Nutrition Is Important for Your Aging Loved One
A balanced diet plays a crucial role in health and wellness for everyone, but it’s especially essential for older adults. As we age, we’re more at risk for having nutritional...
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Helping a Loved One with Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is a problem that many people face as they age. According to the Mayo Clinic, close to one-third of people between 65 and 75 have hearing loss that affects their daily lives. Older...
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Four Things Every Family Caregiver Should Discuss with an Aging Parent
Conversations about long-term care and end-of-life decisions are very important but often overlooked topics of discussion as our loved ones age. Whether it's documenting an aging parent's...
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How to Protect Your Loved One from the Effects of High Blood Pressure
About 1 out of 3 adults in the U.S.—or about 75 million people—have high blood pressure, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The condition—also known as...
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How Exercise Can Help Ease a Loved One's Arthritis Pain
Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are the two most common types of arthritis. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 30 million U.S. adults suffer from...
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3 Ways to Stay Heart Healthy & Happy
Staying heart healthy for seniors is similar to individuals of any age who want keep their heart in shape. Read on to learn three ways to help older adults stay heart healthy.1....
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How to Handle Mood or Behavior Changes in a Loved One with Dementia
When a loved one has dementia, it can be easy for family caregivers to get frustrated with their loved one’s mood or behavior changes. One day, Mom might seem fine, but the next day she&rsquo...
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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...