Are you wondering when to have the talk with your parents? The one about getting them some assisted living. It’s not easy conversation, but it shouldn’t be avoided. When is it time to approach your parents about needing help around the house? Is it time to bring in a home care caregiver? It’s difficult to…
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There are no studies that indicate a particular age when a driver becomes impaired to the point when they should give up driving. A lot of other factors, besides age, are important considerations. Seniors themselves need to be aware of the clues that tell them they’ve become a risk on the road. If a senior…
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As our population ages, the individuals born towards the end of the baby boomer generation are gaining new responsibility in caring for their elderly parents. While statistics support the fact that adult daughters are usually the responsible party as their parents age, sons are rapidly gaining in popularity as caregivers. Learning how to parent a…
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Anyone with elderly relatives or friends knows that one of the many problems associated with old age is an increasing likelihood of falling. Falls, especially frequent falls, have many adverse consequences for the individual, the family and the health and social services. Are you wondering why senior falls occur and what to do about it?…
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Staying active throughout our senior years is one of the keys to maintaining quality of life, avoiding or easing the symptoms of chronic disease and aging, and maintaining independence. Without activity, the body starts to deteriorate and normal body functions become sluggish. While we all know how important exercise is for seniors, we also know…
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