Senior Mental Health Resources in Tampa, FL

Tampa knows how to help seniors care for their mental as well as physical health. Here are some of its best senior mental health resources.

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Helping Seniors Improve Eating and Hydration Habits

As we get older, eating a proper diet and staying hydrated become more important; and often, more difficult. Many seniors experience less of an appetite, side effects from medications, memory issues, or other problems that impact their food and water intake.  Luckily, there are many creative and senior-friendly ways that caregivers, senior living communities, and family members can implement to encourage seniors to eat healthier and drink more fluids. Why Seniors Struggle With Water And Food Intake To better understand how to help seniors improve their nutrition, it is important to also understand reasons of why many have poor eating...

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10 Hidden Home Hazards for Seniors (And How To Resolve Them)

Falls: Falls are one of the most causes of injuries that happen to seniors. An occasional fall may seem normal with age, but many people don’t realize how serious the consequences can be. About one in four seniors who fracture a hip from a fall will die within six months of their injury. How to fix it: Remove any loose rugs or only use rugs with non-slip backing, make sure that walkways are entirely clear of clutter, tape down loose cords, and make sure that thresholds are installed so there is a gradual incline in doorways. Poor Lighting: Insufficient lighting can make...

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Are Home Care Expenses Tax Deductible?

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Have you ever wondered, “Are home care expenses tax deductible?” They can be if prescribed by a doctor for a person deemed chronically ill.

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National Nutrition Month Tips for Seniors

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This National Nutrition Month, we focus on helping seniors overcome barriers to getting nutritious meals. Here’s how you can help.

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When An Aging Parent Needs Help...But Refuses It

It is always difficult to watch our once strong and independent parents grow older. It is even more difficult to watch them need assistance, yet refuse it. As they get older. you may notice some things slipping. Maybe they are missing days of their medications, leaving the stove on, or their home is becoming untidy. Then, when you try to step in with your concerns, the response is always "I am fine, I don't need help, I am capable of taking care of myself."  Does this sound familiar? If so, you are not alone. It is something we hear frequently...

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