Tips for Noticing and Preventing Senior Depression

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After visiting with family members and revisiting cherished traditions and memories throughout the holiday season, it is typical for a feeling of nostalgia and sorrow to emerge for the elderly. And while some amount of temporary post-holiday let down can be anticipated, it’s important to be aware that it could develop into senior depression. Depression […]

Feeling Stressed Out? Top Strategies for Family Caregivers

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Serving as a family care provider for an older adult is definitely an act of love. And while it can certainly be rewarding, it may quickly become overwhelming, because of: The physical complications of a chronic health problem The cognitive challenges of Alzheimer’s disease Feeling helpless and struggling to address the senior’s issues Feeling overburdened […]

The Importance of Good Oral Hygiene in a Senior with Alzheimer’s

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It is among the first things we do each and every morning, as well as one of the last things we do each night, typically on autopilot without giving it an extra thought. Yet it happens to be a complicated process comprised of numerous steps, making this seemingly simple task quite a challenge for someone […]