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Communicating to Loved Ones With Dementia
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, dementia is the impaired ability to remember, think, or make decisions. Although it affects older adults, it’s not a normal part of aging. Communicating with a dementia patient can be...
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Why Physical Activity Is Important for Seniors
Your senior loved ones at home may be at risk of falls and other sorts of physical injuries as a result of the consequences of aging, disability, and other medical issues. Certain actions may need the aid of a caregiver or home maker. Getting your se...
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Understanding the Common Types of Depression
We feel different kinds of emotions when we lose people dear to us, get fired, and other tough situations we experience in life. These types of feelings are normal reactions to the stressors in life. Most of us feel this way. However, some people are...
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Healing Senior Loved Ones Through Music Therapy
Music is something that we all enjoy. Your senior loved ones, without a doubt, have their favorite songs and artists from their youth. Listening to our favorite music elicits strong emotions, recalls memories, and allows us to express ourselves. Bene...
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How to Handle Stress During Your Golden Years
Stress is a normal part of everyday life but when left unmanaged, it can lead to consequences that affect your health. For seniors, coping with stress can become increasingly challenging as the body responds to stress differently as they get older. A...
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Establishing Good Doctor-Patient Communication
A good relationship between doctor and patient is essential to the healing process. This is especially crucial for seniors living with a certain health condition and who are currently receiving specialized care at home, such as a health care service...
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