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  • In-Home Care for Adults with Spina Bifida in Fort Wayne
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    In-Home Care for Adults with Spina Bifida in Fort Wayne

    October 16, 2026

    Do Adults with Spina Bifida Need Skilled Nursing at Home?Yes. Adults living with spina bifida manage complex, layered medical needs that don't simplify with age. Catheter care, pressure injury...

  • What Does In-Home Alzheimer's & Dementia Care Look Like?
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    What Does In-Home Alzheimer's & Dementia Care Look Like?

    September 16, 2026

    In-home Alzheimer's and dementia care provides specialized support for people living with memory loss directly in their own home, rather than in a facility. It typically includes trained...

  • Why Respite Care Benefits Your Loved One Too (Not Just You)
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    Why Respite Care Benefits Your Loved One Too (Not Just You)

    August 11, 2026

    When most people hear "respite care," they think of it as a break for the family caregiver. And while that's absolutely true, there's a side of the conversation that doesn't...

  • Staying Cool and Safe: A Senior-Friendly Guide to Summer Heat
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    Staying Cool and Safe: A Senior-Friendly Guide to Summer Heat

    July 13, 2026

    Summer brings longer days, sunshine, and opportunities to enjoy time with family. But for many older adults, high heat can also bring serious health risks. Dehydration, heat exhaustion, and heat...

  • Keep the Brain Sharp: 5 Evidence-Based Games for Older Adults
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    Keep the Brain Sharp: 5 Evidence-Based Games for Older Adults

    June 9, 2026

    Staying mentally sharp is not about “doing more.” It is about doing the right kinds of activities consistently, especially ones that gently push the brain to adapt.A helpful way to...

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    When Do Family Caregivers Need Respite Care?

    Family caregivers who are constantly on call or helping loved ones from dawn to dusk rarely find time to take a break. Caregivers can cite the list of things they do every day, but few prioritize...

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    Millennials: A younger generation caring for elderly loved ones

    January 6, 2022

    The Baby Boomer generation currently ranges in age from their mid-50s to mid-70s. As this population gets older, a growing number of Millennials (currently 25 to 40 years old) are assuming the role...

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    Paranoia in the Elderly

    December 10, 2021

    Paranoia in the Elderly One of the most alarming conditions a senior can develop is paranoia, a mental state characterized by persistent fears, worries, and accusations that often strike loved...

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    10 Elderly Bathroom Safety Tips to Prevent Falls and Injuries

    November 19, 2021

    When it comes to preventing falls and injuries in the home, the bathroom is the most important place to make changes. Adults ages 65 and older have the highest risk of injury from bathroom falls...

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    Sleep Struggles? Natural Solutions for Seniors

    November 19, 2021

    A good night’s sleep is essential for optimal mental and physical health, no matter your age. Still, the health conditions, medications, and changes in sleep patterns that often come with age...