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5 Must-Knows About Eating Habits in Late-Stage Dementia
Over time, you may notice changes in your loved one’s eating habits in late stage dementia. While loss of appetite is a normal phenomenon, it’s important to understand how to make mealtime comfortable, nourishing and safe for your loved one. Let’s go through some key must-knows about late stage dementia loss of appetite and other …
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Hip Arthritis: What It Is and Which Exercises Can Help
Arthritis is a common condition that affects various parts of people’s bodies. A specific form of this condition, hip osteoarthritis, affects about 1 out of 4 people throughout their lives, although there are several other forms that can occur. If you’re a senior living with hip arthritis (or if you’re caring for one), it’s especially …
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How Long Does the Average Hospice Patient Live?
What Hospice Means Hospice is a medical program that supports people who are in the end-of-life stage. When a person enrolls in hospice, it means they are no longer pursuing treatment to extend their life expectancy. Instead, the focus of hospice care is to provide a comprehensive support system that makes a person’s final days …
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Understanding Your Social Security Award Letter
Hoping to receive your social security award letter soon? Let’s go through what the award letter and overall application system is like.
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Managing Edema in the Elderly: Swollen Legs, Ankles & Feet
Swollen legs, ankles and feet are a common complaint for aging adults. Learn about the common causes of edema, as well as tips for managing it better.
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The Best 3-Wheel Bikes for Seniors
Bicycling is a low-impact activity that is beneficial in various ways; it promotes heart health, aids weight reduction, combats depression, and even strengthens the brain by improving coordination and mind-muscle connection. It can be difficult to trust oneself on a two-wheel bike as we become older as they may not be able to provide sufficient …
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The Best Recumbent Bikes for Seniors
A loss of mobility is a natural part of aging, but that doesn’t mean that your senior can’t still engage in the physical activities they love. Recumbent bikes offer a realistic and affordable solution. Recumbent bikes come in all shapes and sizes, so knowing how to navigate the market to find a model that works …
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The Best Elastic Waist Jeans for Seniors
Jeans are a type of denim garment constructed of a durable cotton fabric that practically everyone is familiar with. Usually, jeans are designed to close the waistband with a zipper and a button; however, elastic waist jeans are a much more flexible option. The best elastic waist jeans for seniors combine aspects of flair with …
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The Best Exercise Equipment for Seniors
Staying fit and active is beneficial to one’s general health, no matter how old you are. Physical activity, after all, can help avoid conditions like heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and more. It can also help you sleep better and reduce your chances of experiencing depression or anxiety. Reduced physical activity plays a significant …
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Four Levels of Hospice
What is Hospice Care? Many diseases and conditions are treatable or even curable, but what happens when someone reaches the stage where they aren’t getting better? Sometimes, people do not respond to medication, or they simply do not wish to continue treatment after dealing with a terminal illness for some time. In this case, when …
