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Category: Family Matters

Sharpening Seniors’ Minds

Feb252021Family Matters, Health and Wellness, In Home Carefivechannels

There are many ways caregivers – including professional caregivers – can help seniors maintain their minds and memories. In the United States, approximately 40% of people over the age of 65 experience age-related memory impairment. Memory and mental health are closely connected. Helping seniors stay sharp can also improve their quality of life. To maintain a healthy memory, seniors must…

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Home Care After a Heart Attack

Feb202021Family Matters, Health and Wellness, In Home Carefivechannels

Home care is a valuable option for an individual who wishes to maintain their independence and continue their life in the comfort of their home. Home care is also used by seniors who may need extra care, wherever they call home. Many in independent senior living communities and even those in assisted living may need more help than can be…

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Protect Your Heart

Feb042021Family Matters, Health and Wellness, In Home Carefivechannels

American Heart Month occurs every February in the United States – and it’s an especially important observance since heart disease is the country’s leading cause of death. About 1.7 million people in the U.S. die each year from heart disease and heart-related conditions. Here are some Heart Facts to note: 2 million people over age 60 have a cardiovascular disease…

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Brighten the Holidays with Memories

Dec172020Family Matters, Holidays, In Home Carefivechannels

Making the holidays special may feel like a challenge this year, but regardless of where you are spending your time, you can still connect and improve the holidays for the special seniors in your life. The magic of the holiday season doesn’t necessarily wear away with age. Many of us get nostalgic during the holidays and most people enjoy some…

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Holidays & Hygiene

Dec102020Family Matters, Health and Wellness, Holidays, In Home Carefivechannels

The word “unprecedented” has been a key theme of 2020 – and will be the theme for the holiday season as well. It’s important to inform yourself about the potential risks before planning a family gathering. The CDC notes the following in their holiday guidelines: Celebrating virtually or with members of your own household (who are consistently taking measures to…

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Talking to Siblings about Mom and Dad

Dec042020Conversations, Family Matters, In Home Carefivechannels

When we get together with our siblings, we often seem to fall into the same patterns we had when we were kids. There’s the bossy oldest one, the youngest one who’s still seen as helpless even if they are running a corporation and raising a family of their own, the one who doesn’t like family conflict, and the one who…

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13 Holiday Gift Ideas for Seniors

Nov242020Family Matters, Holidaysfivechannels

Holiday shopping for seniors can be tough! Here are some of Amazon’s top-rated gifts – and ones we think sound pretty great, too! These all had an average of 4 stars or more based on at least 1,000 reviews. Ready to Relax It’s been a stressful year for everyone, and many of the top gifts are geared toward relieving anxiety….

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Combat Loneliness This Holiday Season

Nov192020Conversations, Family Matters, Holidays, In Home Carefivechannels

The most recent U.S. census data shows that more than a quarter of the population lives alone – the highest rate ever recorded. Being alone does not necessarily herald loneliness, and living with someone may not stave it off. However, being alone can lend itself to undiagnosed loneliness and its partner, depression. Especially right now, people are spending more time…

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Diabetes-Friendly Thanksgiving

Nov122020Family Matters, Holidays, Nutritionfivechannels

The holidays may look a little different this year. Many are having smaller celebrations, and hoping to safely enjoy seeing a few friends and family. But no matter how you are celebrating, if you or your loved ones have diabetes, there’s no reason you can’t enjoy classic holiday foods with these healthy recipes. Thanksgiving dinner features classic holiday foods like…

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4 Tips for Caring for Aging Veterans

Nov052020Conversations, Family Matters, Health and Wellnessfivechannels

November 11 is Veterans’ Day – and November is also Family Caregiving Month. You can help enhance the quality of life for the veterans in your life by advocating on their behalf and helping them find services for their unique needs. Veterans have sacrificed everything to protect and serve our country. They have served in conflicts around the world for…

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