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You’ve got a friend in me: Senior social engagement in communities benefits...
“We are increasingly recognizing that healthy aging is not just about avoiding disease, but it’s also about maintaining active engagement in life,” says Dr. Ashwin Kotwal, assistant professor of...
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Signs of the times: 13 questions to ask if you think it’s time for memory care
When is it time for a memory care facility? If you’ve recognized changes in your loved one’s behavior or think they may no longer be safe living alone, consider that they might need memory care. If...
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How to treat the elderly with respect & why it’s important you do
Why should I respect the elderly? While it may seem obvious, there are multiple reasons to respect the elderly other than simply acknowledging that it’s the right thing to do. Ultimately, ageism can...
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Different ways you can pay for senior home care
Does Medicare pay for in-home care? Original Medicare doesn’t cover home care, or non-medical services by home care aides. It does, however, cover select home health care services. In short, home...
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When should senior drivers hand over the car keys?
When should senior drivers hand over the keys? The average age seniors should stop driving varies for all individuals and depends more on their health and well-being than age. While older drivers are...
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Market uncertainty: Keep your retirement savings on track
Want to know a simple way to save more money? Create a written financial plan. According to recent research from Hearts and Wallets, an independent U.S. research firm, 52% of households with written...
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Memory care decorating ideas: Best design practices and the science behind them
You may have noticed a loved one with dementia having difficulty interacting with their surroundings. That’s because dementia causes cognitive decline, making it difficult for them to complete daily...
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The surprising effect of free bus passes on senior health
What if the difference between sedentary seniors and active, healthy seniors was as simple as a free bus pass? According to a study from the American Journal of Public Health, a free bus pass is an...
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State to state regulations for assisted living & other facilities
Which agency regulates assisted living facilities? Individual state agencies — not the federal government — regulate assisted living facilities. In most cases, it’s up to the state health or social...
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How independent living nurtures senior freedom & control
As aging affects health, mobility, and memory, seniors may struggle to feel control over their everyday lives. But senior independence can help older adults maintain a sense of autonomy, even as...
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Making friends at 60: Tips to find fulfilling relationships
As we age, however, forging new friendships becomes more difficult than it used to be. Life experience and the happiness and hardships that come along with it shape the adults we become and affect our...
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Finding Meaning & Happiness in Old Age by Redefining Interests & Priorities
Julie Farr, a counselor in Kansas City, Missouri, who specializes in working with older adults, acknowledges that this potential obstacle can also serve as an opportunity. “Our culture is so oriented...
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Useful Dementia Apps for Seniors & Their Caregivers
Benefits of apps for seniors with dementia A recent study revealed that people living with dementia and their family caregivers may benefit from using mobile technology to facilitate care.[01] Dementia...
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Assisted Living vs. Home Care: What’s the Difference?
What is assisted living? Assisted living communities provide housing and care services to active seniors who aren’t able to live independently. Some health care services are also provided on-site....
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Top 10 Retirement Hot Spots for Golfers
Whether you’re looking to golf in the dry, desert climate of Arizona, the humid coastal islands of the southeast, or the cooler mountain regions of North Carolina or Oregon, we’ve got you covered....
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Service Dogs for Elderly Adults: Everything You Should Know
If your senior loved one has a visual impairment, hearing loss, or other disability, you’ve likely looked into many ways to make their lives easier. For animal lovers, a service dog can provide...
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Medi-Cal: The Assisted Living Waiver Program for California, Explained
Medi-Cal’s assisted living waiver The Assisted Living Waiver allows Medi-Cal-eligible seniors to choose an assisted living community as an alternative to a nursing facility. California created this...
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The Essential Legal Documents Aging Parents Need to Have in Order
Financial documents seniors should have “Financial information can be crucial in many instances for timely, efficient, and more affordable care,” says Stuart Furman, an elder law attorney in Valley...
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Elder Care Attorneys Are in Your Corner: Here’s How They Can Help Family...
The benefits of working with an elder care lawyer An elder law attorney can help family caregivers explore options for their loved one’s current situation and explain how to plan for what could happen...
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How does Care Coordination Promote Senior Health & Longevity?
What is care coordination? Care coordination involves multiple team members who coordinate treatments, senior care services, and medical appointments according to a senior’s care plan. The team...
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Assisted Living vs. Independent Living: What’s the Difference?
Independent and assisted living communities both offer thoughtfully designed housing, senior-friendly amenities, daily meal plans, and exciting social activities. But there is one major difference...
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Should You Become Your Parent’s Caregiver?
Are you prepared to be the primary caregiver for your aging parents? About 17% of adult Americans currently provide care for a family member or loved one over the age of 50, according to A Place for...
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7 Facts About Hospice Care at Assisted Living Facilities We Bet You Didn’t Know
Hospice care comes to assisted living There are many benefits to receiving hospice care in assisted living. Hospice care teams offer physical and emotional comfort to seniors during their final months,...
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Different Ways You Can Pay For Hospice Care at Home
How much does home hospice care cost insurance providers? According to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, which sets benchmarks for hospice care costs based on the payments they make to...
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How to Start Your Financial Journey to a Worry-Free Retirement
Last Updated on January 30, 2024 by Alex Are you starting your journey towards a worry-free retirement? You’re probably wondering how to plan for retirement? Look no further. This guide is your roadmap...
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Early Signs of Dementia: What You Need to Know
What are the early signs of dementia? You can watch your loved one or yourself for the following general early warning signs of dementia, as explained by Maureen Bradley, a senior new hire support...
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A Guide to Elder Care Planning & Family Meetings
For families, elder care is often one of those difficult topics. Bringing the family and support network together for a meeting to discuss a loved one’s changing situation and available options is a...
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Watch out for these Alzheimer’s safety risks at home
Keeping a senior with dementia safe at home Different people will experience different symptoms, but a dementia diagnosis typically affects judgment, temperament, understanding of time and place, and...
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A Comprehensive List of the Finest Caregiver Support Groups Online & In-Person
Caregivers need support In 2023, 41.8 million people provided unpaid care for a loved one in the United States, according to A Place for Mom’s 2023 State of Caregiving Survey. This represents one of...
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Anticipatory grief: Learning the signs and how to cope
Who experiences anticipatory grief Anyone can experience anticipatory grief, and the experience is not limited to an impending death. Common reasons that people experience anticipatory grief include...
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