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  • Encourage Healthy Eating With Fresh Fall Ingredients

    September 8, 2023

    Creating a healthy and balanced diet for seniors using fresh autumnal ingredients can be a rich and rewarding experience. Join us as we delve into the world of nutritious, seasonal food.

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  • Managing COPD in Peak Summer Weather

    August 12, 2023

    For seniors grappling with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), the scorching heat and high humidity levels can spell trouble. Here are tips to help manage the condition.

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  • 4 Ways to Optimize Your Home for Managing Chronic Diseases

    August 11, 2023

    In this article, we'll share some simple and effective ways seniors can optimize their home to make living with a chronic disease more manageable.

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  • How to Create a Senior-Friendly Home Garden

    July 13, 2023

    A well-curated and accessible garden can become a haven for relaxation and pleasure. This guide aims to help you create the perfect green space, one that caters to the unique needs and preferences of your senior loved ones.

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  • Handling Incontinence as a Caregiver

    July 10, 2023

    When it comes to caring for our loved ones as they age, there are many challenges that can arise. Incontinence is one such issue that, while common in seniors, can be a particularly sensitive subject to navigate.

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  • How to Build and Maintain a Support Network for Caregivers

    June 8, 2023

    Caring for an aging loved one can be a challenging and emotionally draining experience. Having a support network of understanding individuals can make all the difference in ensuring you can provide the best care possible while also taking care of your own well-being.

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  • Enjoying Outdoor Events With Aging Parents This June

    June 7, 2023

    Spending quality time with our senior parents can create lasting memories and strengthen family bonds. As June deepens, it brings the perfect opportunity to enjoy outdoor events together.

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  • How to Manage Sun Screen and Care for Elders with Dementia

    May 11, 2023

    It can be challenging to manage sun protection for a senior with dementia due to their unique needs and possible resistance. Here are practical tips to make it easier.

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  • Creating an Age-friendly Garden Space for the Whole Family

    May 10, 2023

    Welcome to the wonderful world of gardening, where beauty, nature, and family come together to create a serene and tranquil environment for all ages.

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  • Living with Parkinson's: Tips for Managing Daily Activities

    April 8, 2023

    Living with Parkinson's disease can be incredibly challenging. Fortunately, there are ways to manage daily activities and enhance the quality of life for those living with Parkinson's or caring for a loved one with the disease.

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  • Parkinson's Awareness Month: Understanding the Early Signs and Symptoms

    April 7, 2023

    April is Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month, making it the perfect time for seniors to learn more about this condition and its early warning signs.

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  • Should You Hire Help for Your Elderly Parents' Spring Cleaning Projects?

    March 17, 2023

    Is it worth hiring help for your elderly parents' spring cleaning projects? Know what signs to look out for that your elderly loved ones need an extra pair of hands in keeping their home tidy and organized this spring.

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  • 3 Poison Prevention Resources You Should Know If You Live With Elderly Relatives

    March 15, 2023

    Poisoning is the most common cause of home accidents. This post will teach you how to keep your family and senior loved ones safe and protected from poisoning at home. The resources listed below can help you with poison prevention for elderly relatives.

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  • What to Do When an Elderly Relative's Depression or Lethargy is Interfering with Personal Hygiene

    February 21, 2023

    Noticing a decline in an elderly relative's personal hygiene can be worrisome. Fortunately, there are ways to help seniors suffering from depression or lethargy maintain proper personal hygiene safely and respectfully.
     

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  • Why Oral Hygiene is Critical for Diabetics (And How to Provide Supportive Care)

    February 18, 2023

    Diabetes is common among seniors. This condition can cause complications including oral health issues. Here's a closer look on why oral hygiene is critical for diabetics and how one can provide supportive care for their senior.

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  • What Certifications Should Your Senior Parent's Professional Caretaker Have?

    January 17, 2023

    For the safety of your senior loved ones and for your own peace of mind, having someone qualified take care of them is a must. Here are some of the most important certifications to look for in a caregiver.

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  • 4 Most Meaningful Ways to Support Senior Recreation Centers During the Holidays

    December 21, 2022

    This National Giving Month, learn how to give back to the community by helping out at your local senior recreation center. Here are four fun and fulfilling ideas to start with.

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  • Senior Helpers Broward Caregiver Receives Wings of Angel Award - Jennifer Brown

    June 21, 2022

    Broward Coalition on Aging will acknowledged the work of elder care professionals at its Annual Wings of Angels Awards Ceremony on Thursday, June 9, 2022.  

    Nominate a CNA, HHA, MA or other caregiver that directly assists clients on a daily basis with ADLs (activities of daily living) or other essential needs such as dining, housekeeping, transportation, maintenance, etc., and who performs above and beyond the line of duty at your organization.  Selected honorees will also receive a $200.00 cash prize.

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