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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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Alzheimer’s & Dementia
How Assistive Technology Helps People with Dementia
Caring for someone with dementia poses many challenges. Some of the most significant challenges are maintaining the senior’s connections…
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Alzheimer’s & Dementia
The Benefits of Humor for People Living with Dementia
Laughter and dementia. Just the thought of these two concepts, especially the devastating and unrelenting effects of the disease…
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Health & Wellness
A Recipe for Happiness- Foods That Make You Happy
As a child, when your parents were demanding that you “finish your vegetables,” you probably didn’t have a lot…
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Caregiver Tips
The Importance of Humor for Family Caregivers
Being a caregiver to a senior is a demanding responsibility that requires not only caring for someone else but…
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Health & Wellness
The Many Benefits of Laughter
There are many benefits of laughter, and as Groucho Marx once said, “If you are not having fun, you…
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Health & Wellness
Senior Stress Management
As we enter senior life, the causes of our stress change. Young adults often feel stress at their job…
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Independent Living
Seniors Live Longer and Happier at Retirement Communities
For years, the primary goal of many older adults was to remain in their homes for as long as…
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Hospice Care
How to Know When It’s Time for Hospice Care
When you hear the word “hospice,” what is your first thought? Is it “an improved life” or “pain relief”…
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Caregiver Tips
Staying Motivated as a Senior Caregiver
A key to being a senior caregiver is keeping your life in balance. This sounds simple until you have…
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Health & Wellness
You’re Never Too Old for Making New Friends
Making new friends can be hard, but people are happiest when connected to others and live longer, healthier and…
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Assisted Living
How to Evaluate an Assisted Living Community
Throughout their lives, seniors have made many decisions both large and small. The decision about which assisted living community…
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Health & Wellness
Health Benefits of Swimming for Seniors
Swimming has often been touted as the single best exercise for overall health and offers a host of health…
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