Remember during the height of the pandemic, when social distancing was the norm and we needed to settle for virtual visits? One of the most fundamental aspects of being a human – physical touch – was set aside in order to protect us all from harm. However, we promptly found that cutting out physical contact […]
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Fall is the beginning of cold and flu season, which is also the time our immune systems get a good work out. Fortunately, our natural immunity is amazing with its ability to identify and destroy invading infections. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if it could do the same with cancer? An innovative new cancer treatment may
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If you are in a successful, long-term relationship, you realize that it requires compromise, commitment, and sacrifice. The happiest relationships are those where both parties selflessly care for one another. This balance shifts, however, if the person you love experiences a serious health concern. And this shift can have an adverse effect on the dynamics
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Who could imagine that spending so much time taking care of another person could also make you feel incredibly alone? The reality is that caregiver isolation is extremely common, for a number of reasons:
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If you are preparing meals for a senior who prefers carbs to carrots (and honestly – who doesn’t?), you could find it difficult to ensure their nutritional needs are being fulfilled. And you’re not alone. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shares that only one in ten older adults is meeting the recommendation of
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“You are always free to choose what you do with your life. To make changes in your future, make new choices today.” – Brian Tracy Choosing where to live in our older years isn’t easy. The majority of seniors prefer to remain at home for a lifetime, but it’s not without concerns. Is it safe?
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If today’s to-dos seem like much more than you are able to possibly fit into 24 short hours, you’re not alone! Family caregivers are frequently overloaded with daily care tasks: Shopping and other errands. Planning and preparing meals. Housework and laundry. Medical appointments. Planning activities that are purposeful and enjoyable for the senior. Personal care
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From the moment you woke up this morning until the end of an exhausting day, you’ve given your all to your older family member. You provided help with showering and dressing, prepared nutritious meals they like, cleaned the house, made it to their 3:00 hair appointment, and picked up prescriptions and groceries afterwards, all while
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If you’ve ever watched small children at the park, you know how effortlessly friendships are formed. A small group can be playing tag, and a newcomer runs over with a breathless, “Can I play?” By and large, the reply is a resounding, “Yes!” and thus – instant friends. If only it were that simple as
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In a perfect world, our family relationships would all be positive and helpful. We would manage transitional times cooperatively, smoothly, and without any disagreement. As our parents grow older, it would be a seamless process to meet their current needs and their needs in the future. The truth, however, is that being an adult child
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