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Dealing with Anxiety in Seniors
We all get a little anxious at times. That just comes with being human! But what about senior adults? Do they deal with more anxiety than usual? How do you help them work through their anxiety? Read on. What Is Anxiety? True anxiety disorders can be very debilitating. There’s quite a big difference between getting...
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What NOT to Say to Your Aging Parents
There’s probably not an adult alive who won’t confess to their parents driving them bananas during childhood and adolescence! Our parents usually live to embarrass us during those years! As we become adults, the tables begin turning as our parents start aging, and in some cases, we even become caretakers for parents who begin having...
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How to Help Seniors Enjoy the Holidays
Holiday time can be tough for many of us, especially seniors. There are a variety of reasons that make this a difficult time for many people. Seniors often feel anxious about needing assistance or being a burden. They may fear they won’t hear well and can’t enjoy the conversation around them. Whatever the case, we...
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Helping Seniors Enjoy Thanksgiving
It’s that time of the year where family and turkeys converge. The big Thanksgiving get-together is traditionally a time to share a meal, gratitude for the good things in our lives, and just good fellowship with those we love. Many of us are mindful of our diets, including seniors, so how do you help everyone...
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Stress Relief Tips for Busy Caregivers
Being a caregiver is a demanding job and one that requires a lot from you, both psychologically and emotionally. It can be draining but also very rewarding. In order to prevent burnout, you need to learn how to take care of yourself as you are taking care of your loved one. Juggling all your normal...
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Caring for Senior Parents When Your Siblings Disagree
One of the most stressful situations you will ever face is making critical decisions for someone you love. It is very natural to feel strongly about your opinion and feel angry or threatened when others disagree. This stress can easily be compounded when those who disagree with you are your own siblings. Disputes among siblings...
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Advice on Aging Gracefully
The seniors who make it to the age of 75 or 85, or even 100 have triumphed and survived many threats to their physical and emotional health. Through these events, they have become much wiser and possess a maturity that only comes with age. Depression, worthlessness, and anxiety are some feelings that are often found...
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How to Help Seniors with Alzheimer's Disease Eat Well
Part of staying well is a nutritious diet. This is even more important for people who suffer from Alzheimer’s Disease or dementia. Check out our tips for helping your older adult eat well! Choosing Food Choose foods the person enjoys. Make sure their diet includes a lot of fresh produce and choose organic when possible....
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Battling Diabetes with Diet and Exercise
Any diabetic can tell you what a full-time job it is to manage diabetes and all that it requires to stay healthy. Making sure your diet is under control, blood sugar levels are checked often and taking medications as needed is just a part of the process. Most people assume this is all they can...
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