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A Guide to Planning for Long-term Care

A Guide to Planning for Long-term Care

  Statistics indicate that seven out of ten people will require one or more types of long-term care at some point in their life. Costs for long-term care can vary significantly, from $20,000 a year for adult day care to $48,000 a year for residence at an assisted living facility or upwards of $89,000 for…
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Home Care for Seniors in the Time of COVID-19

Home Care for Seniors in the Time of COVID-19

When COVID-19 was declared a pandemic in early 2020, one of the first bits of information authorities shared with the public concerned senior citizens. Along with people with underlying medical conditions or compromised immune systems, those who are aged 60 and over were warned to be careful because their risk of contracting the disease and…
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Health On The Road: How To Stay Fit While On The Go

Health On The Road: How To Stay Fit While On The Go

  When you think about traveling, you may think about dreamy nights under a starry sky, early morning coffee by a campfire, or luxurious hotel lounges. Although traveling provides many amazing memories and new experiences, there are some aspects of traveling that are difficult to get accustomed to. Many people are curious as to how they…
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Why Is Guilt Such A Huge Part Of Being An Alzheimer’s Caregiver

Why Is Guilt Such A Huge Part Of Being An Alzheimer’s Caregiver

That guilt can make you crazy or deteriorate your health like a room full of cigarette smoke and a bottle of whiskey while eating the greasiest hamburger you can find.

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Unique Smartphone Apps for Seniors and Caregivers

Unique Smartphone Apps for Seniors and Caregivers

Thanks to common stereotypes, many people are surprised to learn that a good chunk of seniors — 42% — own smartphones or that 58% of seniors believe that technology has a “mostly positive” effect on society, according to the Pew Research Center.  Not surprisingly, there are a wide variety of smartphone apps designed for seniors:…
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Help Against Nursing Home Abuse: Things You Should Know

Help Against Nursing Home Abuse: Things You Should Know

Seniors and their families put a great deal of trust in nursing homes. Many of them believe that the decision to spend old age in these facilities would allow the elderly to receive proper care and attention as they live through the final phases of their life. This very reason is why it’s so heartbreaking…
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Challenges When Caring For A Loved One With Dementia And How To Overcome Them

Challenges When Caring For A Loved One With Dementia And How To Overcome Them

Caring for a loved one with dementia is full of challenges and it is easy to feel unprepared or overwhelmed at times during your caring journey. It’s important to remember, no matter how isolated you may feel, you are not alone and there are always people available who can help you care for your loved…
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Home Remodeling and Protection For The Eldery

Home Remodeling and Protection For The Eldery

Whether you are a caregiver for the elderly or the child of an aging parent, there comes a time where seniors home needs change. And unfortunately, this means that their home may no longer be suited for them. While assisted living facilities and nursing homes are great options for seniors, it’s not always the most…
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What You Need to Know About Cognitive Issues in Seniors

What You Need to Know About Cognitive Issues in Seniors

Our brains age with us. Like our physical capabilities, they also deteriorate and weaken as we get older, causing a decline in our cognitive skills. Most of us experience random moments of forgetfulness – walking into a room and not remembering why you’re there or failing to recall what you’re about to say to someone;…
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Home Care vs. The Alternatives: How to Make The Right Choice

Home Care vs. The Alternatives: How to Make The Right Choice

Aging at home can present unique challenges for seniors. For instance, mobility and health issues make it difficult for them to live safely and independently. And that’s just for starters. Fortunately, home care professionals make it possible for seniors to live safely and independently right in the comforts of their very own homes.

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