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depression in seniors

Medical Conditions

10 Ways to Help Seniors Deal with Isolation and Depression

Many seniors go through major life changes that could make them more vulnerable to depression. But it’s heartbreaking to stand...

managing dysphagia

Medical Conditions

7 Helpful Tips for Seniors and Caregivers Managing Dysphagia

Difficulty swallowing food or liquids is a serious problem for seniors. This is often caused by a condition called dysphagia,...

how much will my prescription cost without insurance

Why Seniors Should Ask Pharmacists: How Much Will My Prescription Cost without Insurance?

Seniors and caregivers are in the habit of using insurance benefits to pay for prescription medication. But sometimes, the cash...

nursing home abuse

Alzheimer's & Dementia / Nursing Home / Skilled Nursing Facility

What to Do If You Suspect Nursing Home Abuse of Seniors with Dementia

When someone with dementia lives in a care community and gets injured, you don’t know if abuse or neglect was...

senior foot care

Medical Conditions / Practical Tips

8 Essential Senior Foot Care Tips for Improved Health

Healthy feet help seniors stay as mobile, balanced, and independent as possible. To reduce the risk of foot problems that could...

end of life documents

5 Essential End-of-Life Documents for Seniors

Avoiding end-of-life conversations is a natural tendency. But not having the proper legal documents in place could create big problems...

taking seniors on outings

8 Practical Tips for Enjoyable Outings with Seniors

Taking seniors on a fun outing can seem like a major challenge. But with advance planning, it can be an...

elder financial fraud

Financial Matters

8 Ways to Protect Seniors from Financial Fraud and Scams

Elder financial abuse destroys lives and costs seniors a whopping $37 billion each year. Dr. Stacey Wood, Ph.D, one of...

guided meditations for deep sleep

Health & Wellness

Improve Caregiver Sleep with 5 Relaxing Guided Meditations for Deep Sleep [Video]

Daytime caregiver stress can cause restless nights. You may have trouble falling asleep or having good quality sleep. To get...

high cost of prescription drugs in america

Medications / Paying for Care

The High Cost of Prescription Drugs in America: 3 Medicare Initiatives & 3 Ways to Reduce Costs Now

Seniors covered by Medicare have been hit hard by sharply rising prescription drug costs. HealthMarkets explains the 3 steps that...

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