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Pets and Seniors: Why You’re a Perfect Match
If you’ve never had a pet before, the idea of becoming a dog or a cat owner may get your hair standing on its end

National Senior Citizens Day
We all know an elderly person in our lives. Today is the day to make sure you show your appreciation! August 21st is officially recognized

5 Foods to Fight Depression
As a byproduct of aging, there are a range of challenges we face in our lives. There is a lack of mobility, a loss of

Walking: Benefits to Your Mind and Body
As senior citizens age, it becomes more difficult to find a way to exercise. But the exercise does not need to be strenuous. One of

Meditation: Health Benefits for the Elderly
Meditation is a low-energy, high-results exercise with a history of thousands of years. This exercise is proven to be especially beneficial for the elderly. Seniors

Helping Senior Citizens Live Safely at Home: 4 Tips
The idea of life in an assisted living facility or a retirement community may not be the first choice for everyone in their golden years.

Senior Loneliness: 6 Tips to Combat Isolation
No one is immune from the inevitable scourge of loneliness. When we age, we lose loved ones and friends. Our circle of influence shrinks in

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
The statistic is staggering in our lives – it is estimated 1 out of every 10 people (60 and older who live at home) experience abuse of some

How Senior Citizens Can Provide A Helping Hand As Caregivers
When you envision a senior living facility, you might think they are all comprised of young, healthy nurses and care workers gathered around seniors in

Homemade Wheelchair Cushions Make for Compassionate Caregiving
Caregiving for seniors comes with a set of intrinsic challenges, especially when you are working with someone in a wheelchair who has lost their mobility.

It Makes Sense For Caregivers To Help Seniors Avoid Financial Scams
There are many reasons why it makes sense for senior citizens to seek assistance from caregivers. They may have mobility or health concerns, that make
Your Health: Pancreas 411
There is an organ in our bodies, the pancreas, which is often overlooked when we get sick. This silent and hidden gland is located deep

Helping Seniors Cope after Loss of a Loved One
For seniors hit with the loss of a spouse or a loved one who was receiving care in their home, the grieving process can be

Anxiety Among Seniors and How to Help The Elderly Cope
Used to be that the medical field believed anxiety disorders decreased with age. The logic was that seniors more likely singled out their physical complaints

Home Care & Caring For Loved Ones
Aging is an inevitable part of living. And as we age, we often need care. Over the last year, about 10% of all Americans, 34.2