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Diet and Alzheimer’s: How What You Eat May Impact Your Risk for the Disease
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that affects an estimated 55 million people worldwide. While scientists say genetics and age are risk factors, emerging research suggests diet may also play a crucial role in the development of...
Holidays, Caregiver Stress, and Family Dynamics
Dear Donna: As the primary caregiver for my mom, I’ve learned how stressful the holidays can be. This is the third Christmas since my mother moved in with us, and I’m trying to better manage my expectations and my time. I have two brothers who live close by, but...
Holiday Gift Guide for Senior Loved Ones
Selecting holiday gifts for the seniors in your life can be a struggle. Many people feel as if their older loved ones have everything they want and need. However, you probably don’t want the season to pass without finding something to express your affection and...
What Is the Best Way to Start the Search for a Senior Living Community?
Dear Donna: My husband of 57 years passed away recently and I’ve been living alone since. Our house and yard are just too much for me to keep up with. I feel so tied down that I can’t travel to see my out-of-state grandkids as often as I would like. While I’m still...
How Can I Be a More Empathetic Caregiver After Years of Providing Support?
Dear Donna: For almost 9 years, I have been caregiving for my husband as he has battled cancer. More times than I can count, we have been told the end was near. In the last 2 years, I’ve been by his side constantly. I rarely see anyone except my adult children and...
How Caring for the Spirit Promotes Better Wellness
Caring for the spirit is an essential part of holistic wellness at any age. It can impact emotional, mental, and even physical well-being. Spiritual wellness can be defined as a sense of connection to something greater than oneself, whether that is a higher power,...
Celebrating the Holidays with a Loved One in Senior Living
Dear Donna: My kids and I are trying to figure out how to celebrate the holidays with my mom, who recently moved to a senior living community. While my mom will be joining us on Christmas day at our home, we’d like to find ways to help her enjoy the season in her new...
Downsizing to Senior Living: How to Start Clearing the Clutter for a Move
Dear Donna: My husband and I are helping his mom start to downsize her home. We are planning to begin the search for a senior living community in January. My husband and his siblings were raised in this home and the idea of sorting through everything is overwhelming....
Senior Wellness: Should You Get a Flu Shot Every Year?
October is often the month when cases of the influenza virus begin to climb. It often leaves older adults wondering if they need another flu shot this year or if last year’s still offers coverage. There are plenty of myths and misconceptions about vaccines in general,...
Family Caregiver Question: Does the Staff at My Parent’s Senior Living Community Really Want My Involvement?
Dear Donna: My mom has several friends who have recently moved to assisted living communities. Both are widows whose adult children don’t live nearby. According to my mother, they are both happy to have made this transition. She’s been dropping hints that this might...
Memory Care Myth Busters: Don’t Let the Myths Keep You from Making a Move
When a spouse, parent, or other senior family member has Alzheimer’s disease or another type of dementia, caregiving can be an around-the-clock responsibility. Because of the cognitive changes associated with most forms of dementia, safety is a real concern. So are...
What Seniors Should Know about the Upcoming Flu Season
As we approach the 2024-2025 flu season, there are several important considerations to be aware of to protect yourself and your loved ones. While the virus might not seem like a big deal to younger, healthier people, it can be deadly for older adults or those with...