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How to Help Aging Adults Relieve Stress Naturally

By >Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on March 9, 2021

Chronic stress not only takes a toll on emotional health, but it can also affect overall wellbeing. When seniors reach retirement age, it doesn’t mean their stress levels decrease. Thankfully, there are several natural ways to relieve stress, ranging from meditation to creative activities. Here …

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How to Relieve Caregiver Fatigue

By >Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on February 23, 2021

Caring for a senior can lead to caregiver fatigue. If you provide care for an aging parent, it’s important that you take steps to reduce fatigue. Doing so ensures your experience as a caregiver is more positive for both you and your loved one. Here …

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10 Essential Items to Include in a Caregiver’s Ready Bag

By >Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on February 9, 2021

Family caregivers might have to prepare ready bags for every occasion, especially in case of emergency situations. The items in the bag are often essential for a senior’s health. Ready bags should also have items family caregivers need.  Caring for senior loved ones can be …

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Foot Health Tips for Aging Adults

By >Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on January 26, 2021

Caring for your senior loved one’s feet can reduce the risk of serious infections. Seniors often have poor circulation and are at higher risk for infections in the lower legs and feet than younger adults. Having a daily care routine and proper footwear are two …

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6 Unhealthy Types of Food that Can Lead to Diabetes

By >Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on January 12, 2021

Type 2 diabetes is a metabolic disease that impacts the body’s ability to create or use insulin. While this medical condition is devastating when left untreated, most people can avoid it entirely with healthy dietary habits. Here are six unhealthy foods that could increase a …

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7 Benefits of Yoga for Aging Adults

By >Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on December 29, 2020

Yoga is a form of exercise that requires seniors to move and pose in positions designed to boost health. Because yoga is a gentle yet rigorous form of exercise, it’s ideal for seniors who want to stay in shape. Seniors who regularly practice yoga can …

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Mistaken Beliefs about Aging Adults & Nutrition

By >Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on December 15, 2020

Despite all the information available today when it comes to seniors and nutrition, there are still some lingering myths that can be confusing for caregivers trying to help their senior loved ones maintain healthy diets. To clear things up, here are some of the most …

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How Can Alzheimer’s Caregivers Address Feelings of Guilt?

By >Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on November 24, 2020

Alzheimer’s caregivers often experience a wide range of emotions, including guilt, when caring for senior loved ones living with the disease. If you’re an Alzheimer’s caregiver, realize that what you’re feeling is perfectly normal. Finding support can be key to managing your emotions. Understand that …

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Immunity-Boosting Tips for Older Adults

By >Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on November 10, 2020

With age, immune systems become weaker. As a result, seniors often experience more frequent occurrences of colds, flu, and pneumonia than the average healthy adult. If you care for a senior loved one, try some of these tips to help him or her naturally boost …

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How to Help Your Older Loved One through the Grieving Process

By >Meredith LaPira, 9:00 am on October 27, 2020

Losing a loved one is difficult at any stage of life, yet seniors are often hit hardest by feelings of grief. During the senior years, older adults often lose several loved ones in a short time, and they may already be experiencing feelings of depression …

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