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Finding Courage
“Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one’s courage.” ~ Anaïs Nin A few years ago, a couple of friends and I bought matching silver “tree of life” pendants for our necklaces. I…
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Caregivers Benefit from Internet Tools
In honor of National Family Caregiver Month: The month is coming to an end, but the job of the caregiver does not. Take a moment to thank a caregiver whenever you have the…
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Improving Home Safety and Ease of Mobility – Aging In Place
Tips For The Accessible Home By Patricia Moore Accessibility to a home–both indoors and out — is important to help people of all ages maintain independence while ensuring safety and security. Simple changes…
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Create a Support Network in Your Hour of Need
WE ALL NEED SUPPORT Are you , or someone you know, facing or dealing with a health crisis? Are you desperate for a little extra help and support but don’t know where to…
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“Sundowning”
Sundowning is a pattern of behavior that occurs in the evening after the sun goes down in elderly people with dementia or Alzheimer’s. You may notice that your charge, who may be somewhat…
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Accepting the Role of Caregiver to Aging Parents
The role of caregiver to aging parents can be a rugged journey along a treacherous path of frustration and indecision. As children of aging parents, we are often right in the middle of…
