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4 Recommendations When Supporting an Irrational Parent
Across the board, people aren't often open or transparent when discussing mental health and behavioral challenges and the strain it can cause on relationships. This can be compacted when it's an elderly parent who is struggling and the adult child who is in the...
12 Signs That You Might Be Ready For a Hearing Aid
When we think of hearing aids, many of us think of the big, clunky old-school ones that we perhaps saw our parents or grandparents wear. Technology has had amazing advances in the last 50 years and hearing aids have improved immeasurably. Not only are they better from...
5 Habits to Stop After 65
We build habits all of our lives, usually without thinking too much about them. Research shows that habits are simply behaviors that we have reinforced for long enough that they happen "automatically" for us, even without thinking about them. We might even have habits...
3 Ways a Virtual Challenge Could Change Your Life
We know that increasing physical activity is good for us. It's good for cardiovascular health, mental wellness and our bodies. There has been much ado lately about what is called "Virtual Challenges", also know as "Virtual Fitness". What is this, how does one go about...
3 Factors in Deciding if Pets Are Right For You
We're all aware by now that pets can be really good for our mental (and even physical health). And the Benefits of Pet Therapy are undeniable. But when considering having or getting a new pet, there are a number of things to consider. 3 important factors when thinking...
6 Reasons You May Want Estate Liquidation and Dispersal Services
Estate liquidation and dispersal services? What are they and why might they be an advantage for you or your loved one? What is estate liquidation and dispersal? According to EstateSales.org, "An estate liquidator is someone who professionally appraises, prices, and...
8 Questions and Answers About Telehealth
Over the last few years, telehealth (also know as telemedicine) has become a safe, efficient and comfortable way to see a medical professional. With the advent of Covid-19, doctor's offices widely started offering options for "virtual" visits. This not only kept the...
5 Secrets to Being an Observant Caregiver
There are a number of skills that make an excellent caregiver. Being observant is at the top of that list. Being able to know what is happening with your patient, even when you aren't with them, and also being able to communicate any concerns to the family is...
7 Insightful Reasons Seniors Lose Their Appetites
Long gone are the days when we were teenagers or in our early 20s, eating whatever we wanted, without consequence. It's often thought that seniors have smaller appetites, but is that true? Why does it occur? More importantly is it natural, normal and healthy? Dangers...