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How to Talk to a Loved One with Breast Cancer

Grappling with a new diagnosis in an elderly loved one can be especially daunting, and sometimes family and friends find it difficult to talk about the cancer to their loved one. Learn how to talk with your elder when they are diagnosed with cancer.
 

Did you know? According to the CDC,  people over 70 are at higher risk of being diagnosed with a new cancer and in the state of Florida, the rate of cancer is nearly 3% higher than the national average. Learn about ways to care for an elderly loved one fighting cancer.

Cooler days, a less threatening sun and fewer tourists make the season especially good for getting out with your elderly loved one and experiencing some great activities the area has to offer

There are a lot of buzz words in the health care industry these days, and the concept of self-care is one of them. So, what does it mean and why is it so important for seniors? 

Many studies have documented the positive effects of technology on older adults. But in order to understand the benefits of using today’s modern form of information and communication, we need to first understand why they often have trouble using devices.

What does it mean to age with purpose? And how do we do that in a world that seems to value youth, vibrancy and popularity? We can all live a purposeful life, no matter what age.

There’s just something about spring time in Southwest Florida. Check out these ideas to enjoy it best.

We all live with occasional aches and pains as part of normal daily life. But there are ways to help aging adults to avoid the disease.

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease, is diagnosed in a person every 90 minutes, and someone passes away from the disease at the same time.  Leaem ore about this disease and get support group ideas for the Ft. Meyers/Naples area.