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Traveling with Parkinson’s: Tips for a Worry-Free Journey
Photo by RDNE Stock project Maneuvering through the world of travel can be an exciting adventure, but for those living with Parkinson's disease, it may also come with some challenges. However, having Parkinson's shouldn't hinder someone’s desire to travel. With...
Nutrition and Dementia: The Role of Diet in Cognitive Function
Photo by Ella Olsson: https://www.pexels.com/photo/flat-lay-photography-of-vegetable-salad-on-plate-1640777/ Diet and nutrition are situated as key players in preserving cognitive function and overall brain health. The food we put into our bodies doesn’t just fuel our...
When Caring for a Friend or Family Member Becomes Too Much
Photo by Kampus Production from Pexels When a loved one is reaching the point of life where they need full-time care, you might think you can do it all yourself. While you may be able to for a period, circumstances could worsen and the task may become too much. And...
Retirement Party Ideas: When and How
Photo by Al Elmes from Unsplash Retirement is a big deal. Every year it becomes harder and harder to retire for many reasons including a shrinking social security program, less generous retirement benefits from employers, and overall inflation. So when someone...
How to Assess Pain With Dementia (w/ Pain Relief Tips)
Photo by Udo Voigt from Pixabay Dementia is a condition that has many unknowns. While a cure is still not available, patients, doctors, and caregivers are still searching for ways to cope with the side effects. From memory loss to impaired judgment, those with...
How Much Sleep Should an Elderly Person Get?
Photo by LATUPEIRISSA from Pixabay We’ve all heard at one point or another, “you need 8 hours of sleep each night”. But is this the truth for everyone? We all have different needs for our health which constantly change through our lives. The benefits of sleep are...
Medicare versus Medicaid: What Are They and What They Cover
Photo by DarkoStojanovic from Pixabay If you have ever been confused about the difference between Medicare and Medicaid, you are definitely not alone. Many people get the two mixed up, and it doesn’t help that they both can be difficult to understand on their own....
How to Pay for Senior Care Services
Photo by Pavel Danilyuk from Pexels Senior care services are an essential part of a high-functioning society. Indeed, services like in-home care, assisted living, community events, and transportation help aging individuals live a purposeful, fulfilling life no matter...
4 Easy Exercises for Seniors Suffering from Low Back Pain
Photo by Kindel Media from Pexels As we age, our body naturally tends to lose mobility, flexibility and strength. This is due to a variety of reasons, such as natural reduction in daily activities leading to sarcopenia (the loss of muscle mass) and consequent atrophy...
Assisted Living Do’s and Don’ts: How to Find and Assess Senior Care Homes
Photo by Gustavo Fring from Pexels It can be hard to know when it is time to consider putting an aging family member or friend into assisted living. It can be even harder to know which assisted living facility is the right one to choose! There are an increasingly wide...
Dementia and Cognitive Decline: Know the Difference Between the Medical Condition and the Natural Aging Process
Photo by James Hose Jr from Unsplash An unfortunate part of getting older is the likelihood of our memory and ability to think clearly diminishing. This looks different for each individual person, and it can be hard to predict if and when it will happen to someone as...
Why Assisted Living May Be the Right Choice for Your Loved One
Photo by Tristan Le from Pexels Everyone wants to feel that their life has true meaning. At times, it can be easy to feel lost and unsure as to what your purpose is and if you are truly living up to your potential. As we age, these worries can become stronger, as we...
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