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  • A Guide To Managing Diabetes During Lenten Periods

    March 23, 2023

    Seniors with diabetes should maintain healthy blood sugar levels. Check this guide for a smart diet to help you manage diabetes during the Lenten season.

     

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  • Cooking With Herbs: 4 Recipes For Eating Habits That Benefit Your Heart Health

    March 22, 2023

    Adding healthy meals to your diet is great, but where should one start? Get started on cooking with herbs with these 4 recipes for eating habits that benefit your heart health.

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  • What to Do If an Elderly Relative Is Newly Diagnosed With Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

    March 2, 2023

    Receiving the news that your elderly loved one is diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis can be hard to deal with, but you can overcome the struggle when you give your loved one the proper care. Here's what you can do in this situation.

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  • 3 Non-Medical Care Needs for Seniors Living With COPD

    February 17, 2023

    Seniors living with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) have unique and complex needs. However, there are ways in which non-medical care support can help manage COPD symptoms and improve quality of life.

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  • How to Start Creating a Senior Care Budget for 2023

    January 17, 2023

    When your senior loved one needs additional care and support, it might be hard to figure out a way to give them the proper care they need. Here's how you can create your senior care budget for 2023.

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  • Does Your Senior Relative Need a Caregiver With Medical Training?

    January 15, 2023

    As your senior loved one gets older, you might need more assistance in taking care of them. You might consider hiring a caregiver with medical training if necessary.

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  • 5 Things Seniors Should Keep in Their Homes During Flu Season

    December 7, 2022

    As we are in flu season, we should have the necessary things ready just in case some symptoms present themselves. These are the things seniors should keep in their homes during this flu season.

     

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  • How Long Does It Take to "Get Over" a Cold?

    December 6, 2022

    The holiday season is a wonderful time, but it can also be the one season when anyone can be vulnerable to illnesses such as a cold. Here's a detailed look on how long a cold usually lasts.

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  • 4 Low-Key Activities Grandchildren and Grandparents Can Enjoy Together During the Holidays

    November 28, 2022

    The holiday season is a great time for some family bonding. Here are some low-key activities that grandchildren and grandparents can enjoy together for those who are looking for some fun activities that won't tire anyone out.

     

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  • How to Balance Childcare and Helping Senior Parents During School Holidays

    November 21, 2022

    The holidays can be hectic as you juggle your tasks with your family. Here are some tips on how you can balance childcare and helping your senior parents during school holidays.

     

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  • The 11 Best Gifts for the Caregivers in Your Life | Senior Helpers

    October 31, 2022
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  • How Often Should You Get Breast Exams as You Age?

    October 28, 2022

    People of any age and any gender can potentially have complications in their breast tissue. Discover how often you and your senior loved ones should get breast exams as you age and reduce your risk of breast cancer or get early intervention.

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  • Five Fall and Winter Home Decorations That Can Worsen Air Quality (And What to Do About It)

    October 24, 2022

    The fall and winter months are a time when many holidays are celebrated and Florida residents transform their homes with beautiful seasonal decorations. However, certain types of decor can have an especially negative impact on indoor air quality.

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  • Top 5 Ways to Prevent Alzheimer’s and Other Types of Dementia | Senior Helpers

    October 14, 2022
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  • Can Seasonal Depression Worsen or Complicate Alzheimer's?

    October 10, 2022

    Seasonal depression can affect anyone during certain times of the year. This can also affect seniors and may affect those with Alzheimer's.

     

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  • 6 Exercises That Help With Balance and Fall Prevention

    September 28, 2022

    Falling and related injuries are common among seniors. These following exercises will surely help your senior with their balance and fall prevention.

     

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  • Why do people with dementia stop eating and drinking? | Senior Helpers

    September 20, 2022
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  • How to Cope with Spouse Caregiver Burnout | Senior Helpers

    September 13, 2022
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  • How to Prepare for Travel and Labor Day Events During Three-Day Weekends

    September 2, 2022

    To make Labor Day even more special, people celebrate with activities and vacation plans. Here's how you can prepare for travel and Labor Day events.

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  • Immunizations and Vaccines That Are Important for Senior Adults

    August 31, 2022

    Seniors may become more vulnerable as they age. Which is why it's important to get the proper immunizations and vaccines.

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  • The Do's and Don'ts of Bringing Up the Health Concerns of Loneliness for Seniors

    August 29, 2022

    As we age, we become more susceptible to social isolation and loneliness. According to a report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, more than a third of adults aged 45 and above feel lonely.

     

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  • Giving Up Life to Care for an Elderly Parent: Key Considerations

    August 28, 2022
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  • Coping with Behavior Changes in Family Members with Dementia | Senior Helpers

    August 24, 2022
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  • How to Find Local Friend Groups and Meetups with Shared Hobbies This Summer

    August 23, 2022

    Older adults are vulnerable to loneliness and social isolation, which can seriously affect their quality of life. As an older person, you may want to meet new people with shared hobbies to satisfy your social needs. Shared hobbies help to spark conversations between adults. It can be challenging for adults to find people with shared hobbies, and it takes time too.

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  • 3 Things Caregivers Need to Know About Hyperthermia and Seniors With Dementia

    August 12, 2022

    Seniors living with dementia may have challenges communicating symptoms of hyperthermia. The communication challenge between the client and caregiver may lead to deterioration of the symptoms or emergencies.

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