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Navigating Alzheimer’s Disease: Expert Tips and Brain Awareness Strategies
Navigating Alzheimer’s Disease: Expert Tips and Brain Awareness Strategies The human brain is a powerful organ. It controls how we remember, learn, play and concentrate. Practicing brain exercises every day keeps your mind sharp and can help prevent or delay cognitive decline such as Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of...
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Stress Awareness Month: Tips for Home Caregivers to Reduce Stress and Improve Well-Being
Being a caregiver for a family member can be an incredibly rewarding experience—but it can also be a challenging one. It is important to remember to practice self-care. As a family caregiver, you tend to be primarily focused on your loved one and don’t always realize that your own health...
Ways to Improve Mental Health in Older Adults
Mental health consists of emotional, psychological and social well-being. It impacts the way we think, feel, act and relate to others. Positive mental health is essential to overall health and quality of life. The American Association of Geriatric Psychiatry estimates that 20% of people aged 55 years and older experience...
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Health Benefits of Pets for Seniors
Many family caregivers know that the seniors they care for can sometimes experience loneliness and depression, which can cause long-term physical health issues. But did you know that therapy for this sense of isolation might just be found at the nearest animal shelter or pet store? Americans love their pets! Recent...
Are You Facing Caregiver Burnout?
It’s well-documented that caregivers often suffer from emotional and physical health problems because of their overwhelming caregiving duties. According to the Mayo Clinic, caregiver stress is common. In fact, one in three American adults cares for a family member, and this figure is sure to rise. As a caregiver, you...
For Caregivers, Laughter is the Best Medicine
It’s no secret that caring for an aging family member can be a very stressful role. But that doesn’t mean that caregivers – and their loved ones – can’t spend a few moments of the day finding the humor in life. For caregivers, laughing can be a lifesaver. According to...
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Senior Isolation: Helping Seniors Stay Engaged
Watching an elderly loved one struggle with senior isolation is a heartbreaking experience. You want to give them the care and attention they need. However, with your own personal and work obligations, it can feel like an impossible situation. Now, in the age of COVID-19, you have the added risk...
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The Post-Holiday Transition: Isolation and Depression in Older Adults
The holidays – and the many visitors and activities that come with them – have come and gone. And for many older adults, the looming question is, “Now what?” The post-holiday season can be especially challenging for older adults who are already dealing with isolation. The sudden and dramatic change...
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Happiness begets happiness. When we think positive thoughts, we lessen stress, increase our coping skills and reduce the risk of depression and cardiovascular disease. Everyone likes being happy, but it’s not always easy to get there. To start on your path to happiness and positivity, follow these tips: Surround yourself...
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