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Exercise is just one way of improving quality of life for seniors. Here, a senior man and senior woman work with a trainer in an exercise class.

January 7, 2025 | Est. 6min.

7 Ways to Improve Quality of Life for Seniors

Between 1900 and 2000, the average U.S. life expectancy increased by nearly 30 years. That statistic addresses quantity, but…

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Senior Living

February 21, 2025 | Est. 5min.

What to Expect as Your Senior Parent Transitions to Independent Living

It’s natural to worry about your senior parents and want the best for them, including nutritious meals, regular activity,…
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Independent Living

February 20, 2025 | Est. 3min.

Former Bethesda Colleagues Reunite in Retirement—at Bethesda!

Decades ago, within the bustling corridors of Bethesda General Hospital, Sandy Brown and Sally Sharamitaro (L-R in featured image…
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Caregiver Tips

February 14, 2025 | Est. 3min.

Acts of Love: 6 Ways to Support a Caregiver

They are people who wake up every day and do the work. Sometimes they do it so well, so…
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Health & Wellness

February 11, 2025 | Est. 5min.

Self-Care Tips for Seniors

Self-care is a conscious act you make daily for your physical, mental, spiritual, social, and emotional health. In the…
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Health & Wellness

February 7, 2025 | Est. 5min.

The Importance of Socialization for Seniors

Remaining socially active can be just about as important to the health of a senior as taking their medicine…
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Caregiver Tips

February 6, 2025 | Est. 4min.

Self-Care Tips for Sandwich Generation Caregivers

If you’re an adult child balancing care for your senior parents as well as your children or grandchildren while…
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Alzheimer’s & Dementia

February 4, 2025 | Est. 4min.

How to Improve Relationships with a Parent Living with Dementia

When a parent has dementia, their capacity to reason and remember changes, which in turn diminishes their ability to…
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Hospice Care

January 31, 2025 | Est. 5min.

How to Comfort Someone in Hospice Care

The words no one wants to hear: It’s time for a loved one to transition into hospice care. But…
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Health & Wellness

January 29, 2025 | Est. 5min.

The Power of Positivity: Benefits of Positive Thinking for Seniors

Many times, the most challenging part of aging is feeling a loss of control over our own lives. As…
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Employee Stories

January 24, 2025 | Est. 2min.

Bethesda’s Partnership with SSD Creates Job-Ready Graduates

For more than 15 years, Bethesda has proudly partnered with the Special School District (SSD) of St. Louis County…
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Health & Wellness

January 23, 2025 | Est. 5min.

9 Best Knee-Strengthening Exercises for Seniors

If you can tell whether it’s going to rain by the pain in your knees, you’re not alone. Knee…
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Independent Living

January 22, 2025 | Est. 4min.

What Events Do Independent Living Communities Offer?

Independent living communities prioritize the satisfaction and well-being of their residents, offering a low-maintenance lifestyle, a supportive community, and…
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Health & Wellness

January 16, 2025 | Est. 5min.

How Seniors Can Stay Motivated Mentally and Physically

It’s a new year, the traditional time to make resolutions. Using a few of these tips, you can stay…
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