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Thanksgiving Survival Tips for Seniors and Their Caregivers

Thanksgiving is a wonderful holiday for Americans, meant to enjoy loved ones, good food, and a relaxed atmosphere. Planning for all this fun and relaxation can sometimes be a bit stressful, especially if you’re a caretaker for the senior loved one in your life. But fear not! Our tips will help you get through Thanksgiving...

Protecting Seniors Against Scams

Each year, seniors are among the most targeted age group for scammers to work their dirty tricks. Their safety is on the line and their retirement they worked so hard to fund is also at risk. Criminals prey on seniors due to the simple fact that older people are deemed more trusting and willing to...

How to Plan Successfully for Aging-in-Place

Many seniors work for years to acquire their dream house and most of them want to stay in it until they die. As end-of-life draws near, the comfort of our own bed and surroundings becomes paramount. This has brought about the term “aging in place,” which allows seniors to remain in their homes as long...

Benefits of Regular Exercise in Seniors

Gone are the days where doctors and family alike expected senior citizens to just sit around in a rocking chair all day, in between taking naps. Today’s seniors are more active and productive than ever, as the life expectancy continues to increase. Medical research has proven without a doubt that exercise is just as important...

The Benefits of Home Health Care vs Hospital Care

The vast majority of Americans assume that the best way to care for our elderly is to place them in a nursing home or other skilled care facility. But did you know there are many reasons why allowing seniors to recover at home is better? In this article, we’ll explain the differences between home health...

Seniors and Medical Alert Devices

If you’re part of the 40 and under generation, you will most likely recall the famous TV commercial in the 80’s where an elderly woman was lying on the floor calling out for help after she had fallen. Unfortunately, this scenario can be all too real for many of our seniors, striking a bit of...

Recognizing Depression in the Elderly

Did you know that a fourth of people who are retirement age report symptoms of depression? Studies show that when our elderly population visits their doctor for routine physical concerns, the issue of depression often comes up. When depression goes untreated, it can cause the physical problems an elderly person has to become worse. Depression...