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Four Steps to Take if Your Dad Says He's Lonely
Here are a few of the important things to know about loneliness in seniors. Around 1 in 4 older men and women report they don't see people more often than once a week. More than 10 percent go...
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Why is a Daily Routine Important When You're a Family Caregiver?
Keeping up with daily tasks is tough. When you're a family caregiver, unexpected situations can throw off your schedule. If you don't really have a fixed daily routine planned, these...
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Tips for Playing Games as a Family Activity
Being a multi-generational family caregiver is a fantastic way to manage all of the needs of the different generations of your family, maximize your time and effort, and promote strong bonds. There...
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Tips for Enjoying a Camping Trip with Your Senior Parent
For many families, summertime means going on vacation. Trips are a wonderful opportunity to spend quality time together and make memories you can cherish well into the future. A very popular type...
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Family Caregivers and Seniors Both Need Privacy
Are you a family caregiver that is lacking privacy when it comes to your elderly loved one? Perhaps you resent the fact that they use your master bathroom all the time even when they have their own...
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Tips for Leading a Heart-Healthy Lifestyle
February is American Heart Month, making it the perfect time to commit to living a healthier lifestyle. Family history is one major risk factor for heart disease, but an unhealthy diet, lack of...
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Top New Year’s Resolutions for Family Caregivers and their Aging Loved Ones
A new year means it’s time for a fresh start. It’s time to grab the reins on the things we’ve all been saying we are going to get around to doing but haven’t yet. When you have an aging loved one...
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Music Therapy and Activities for Seniors
It’s a rare individual who doesn’t appreciate music. Chances are, your parent or grandparent enjoys it—and you do, too. Take advantage of one of the few truly universal pastimes that transcends all...
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Elderly Diabetes Symptoms and Prevention FAQ
Diabetes has become one of the most prevalent diseases in the U.S.—nearly 30 million Americans have it.[1] Older adults are especially at risk. As we age, the risk of type 2 diabetes rises, and, as...
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Fall Prevention Tips for Seniors
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one out of every five falls results in a serious injury, such as a bone fracture or head injury.[1] We’re all susceptible to falls,...