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How to respond to sorry for your loss: 12 ideas
When someone tells you they are sorry for your loss, it can be difficult to know how to respond. After all, no one really knows what to say in a situation like that. You may feel like the best thing to do is just say nothing at all. However, if you want to say something […]
25 Ways to Say “I Hope You Feel Better”
When someone we care about is feeling under the weather, the last thing we want to do is make them feel worse. That’s why it’s important to know a variety of ways to say “I hope you feel better.” In this blog post, we will explore 100 different ways that you can show your loved […]
In Memory of Grandma Quotes
The loss of a loved one is always difficult, but when that loved one is a grandmother, the pain can be especially sharp. Grandmas are special in so many ways – they are often the ones who bake cookies and tell bedtime stories, and they provide a sense of continuity and stability in a family. […]
Wish Your Mom a Happy Birthday in Heaven With These Touching Messages
Although she may no longer be with us on this earth, you can still celebrate your mother’s birthday in a special way. Why not send her a happy birthday message that she can read in heaven? In this blog post, we will share touching messages that you can send to your mom on her birthday. […]
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 […]
All About 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 a patient is determined […]
10 Early Signs of Dementia
No one wants to believe they or their loved one could be suffering from dementia, but with about 5.8 million people (5.6 million over the age of 65) diagnosed with some form of dementia in the US, it’s a condition we have to admit can impact us or those close to us. A dementia diagnosis […]
When Should Someone Be Offered Palliative Care?
When an elderly loved one has been diagnosed with a terminal or long-lasting illness, their overall care needs change. They need a different level of care than they would normally need for aging or for a curable or short-term illness. Such a diagnosis often brings up the question of when should someone be offered palliative […]
25 Financial Assistance Programs for Seniors
15 million seniors aged 65+ are economically insecure – and many more worry they don’t have enough to make it through retirement. With high costs of healthcare, housing, and food, seniors may need an extra hand to cover their basic needs. Fortunately, financial assistance programs are helping to bridge this gap so that seniors can […]
11 Must-Knows for Moving Into Senior Living
Moving into senior living is a big moment. It’s natural to feel emotional, but also excited about this next step. For many seniors, senior living is an opportunity to improve quality of life by cutting costs, reducing upkeep tasks and connecting with a senior community. Seniors can get the peace of mind that they’re safe […]