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The Importance of Mental Health: Combating Winter Blues and Depression in the Elderly
Winter months can bring unique challenges to the mental health of the elderly. Combatting the blues and depression during this season is crucial for their overall well-being. Here are key points to...
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Dementia, Alzheimer’s and Sundowner’s SyndromeBlog
Dementia, Alzheimer’s and Sundowner’s Syndrome
Did you know that nearly seven million adults in the U.S. over the age of 65 are living with dementia? By 2060, that number is projected to be almost 14 million. One in three seniors dies with...
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What is Respite CareBlog
What is Respite Care
Did you know that there are about 38 million people in the United States caring for a loved one? That’s more than 11 percent of the population, and family caregivers provide a total of about...
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What Causes Falls in Elderly
Did you know that more than 1 in 4 aging adults will fall each year in the United States? And those who have fallen once are twice as likely to fall again. The chances of seniors falling and...
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5 Ways Brain Games and Active Learning Benefit Seniors
While there isn’t a cure for dementia or Alzheimer’s yet, studies indicate there may be a link between brain games and improving cognitive activities. The research may be inconclusive...
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First Drug to Slow Alzheimer's Gets Fully Funded by FDA
A Breakthrough in Alzheimer’s Treatment The news is spreading fast, so you have probably heard about a new Alzheimer's drug on the market. Leqembi, an Alzheimer’s drug,...
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When Do Family Caregivers Need Respite Care?
This article was written during the peak of the Omicron variant, as reflected by some of the information shared within it highlighting how important respite care can be during a national health...
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The Benefits of 24-Hour Home Care
Caring for a loved one is no small task. It can be a full-time job that requires constant commitment and support from family members and friends. Fortunately, with 24-hour home care, you can ensure...
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Halloween Games for Older Adults
The holidays are right around the corner! When does the holiday season kick into gear for you? Some people are entirely focused on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Hannukah, but for others, Halloween...
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Breast Cancer Awareness MonthBlog
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Breast cancer is a common cancer type that affects women worldwide, with an estimated one in eight women developing breast cancer in their lifetime. October is breast cancer awareness month, a...