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How Ableism Affects Seniors With Invisible Disabilities

What’s your first thought when you see an elderly person in a wheelchair? Do you see that person as less-than, someone in need of being...

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How to Choose the Right Beverage Thickeners for Dysphagia

Unless you have had to use beverage thickeners for dysphagia, you most likely have not given much thought to the various textures and...

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Help for Alzheimer’s Caregivers: The Life-Changing Resolutions You Should Make Today

People around you may be resolving to lose 10 pounds, eat healthier, and exercise more, but as a caregiver for someone with Alzheimer’s,...

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The Checklist You Need to Assess Senior Care Needs Over the Holidays

It has been several months since you’ve had the opportunity for a nice, long visit with Mom. Now that the holidays are here, you’ll have...

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A Hug for Your Health: How Hugs Can Help Seniors Thrive

Remember during the height of the pandemic, when social distancing was the norm and we needed to be satisfied with virtual visits? One of...

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Try These Food-Related Dementia Activities to Spark Memories

If there’s one thing that connects all of us, it is food! Think about how many cherished memories have been made over the years that...

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Health Concerns in Seniors That Can Cause Negative Mood Changes

We all have good days and bad days, and we are all entitled to a little crankiness or negative thinking every so often. If you care for...

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Try These Creative Ways to Get More Fruits and Veggies into a Senior’s Diet

It’s no surprise that senior loved ones will often prefer carbs to carrots (and honestly – who doesn’t?), but you might find it...

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Broken Heart Syndrome and How to Help Those Who Are Grieving

In his documentary about grief, George Shelley uses the analogy of glitter. Toss a handful of glitter into the air, and it is going to...