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8 Questions to Ask the Pharmacist When Seniors Get New Prescriptions

Pharmacists are trusted experts who can explain what medications are for, how to take them, and if there are potential...

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In-Home Care / Medical Conditions

7 Ways to Help Seniors Recover from Surgery

Recovering from surgery can be extra challenging for older adults and extra stressful for caregivers. Dr. Chris Dickson shares 7...

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Products & Services

Wheelchairs for Seniors: 6 Main Types, Accessories, and Medicare Coverage

Did you know that there are many different types of wheelchairs, each with a variety of features? If your older...

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Alzheimer's & Dementia

Nursing Homes and Guilt Traps in Dementialand

Moving your older adult into assisted living or a nursing home is one of the hardest decisions you’ll ever make....

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3 Mobility Devices for Seniors That Improve Safety and Independence

Helping seniors stay independent can be challenging, especially if your older adult won’t consider a mobility device that keeps them...

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Senior Medication Safety: 9 Important Questions to Ask the Pharmacist

Because seniors often take multiple medications, they’re at higher risk of drug interactions and negative side effects. Pharmacists are medication...

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Alzheimer's & Dementia

What to Do When Someone With Dementia Lashes Out Physically

Alzheimer’s and dementia can cause aggressive or combative behavior. Your older adult isn’t doing this on purpose, but you still...

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Medical Conditions

4 Essential Legal Documents for Breast Cancer Caregivers

When you’re a breast cancer caregiver or a patient, making sure essential legal documents are in place is an important...

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Nursing Home / Skilled Nursing Facility

What to Look for When Touring a Nursing Home

When you’re considering moving your older adult to a nursing home or assisted living, finding a place that fits their...

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End of Life / Financial Matters

5 Ways to Make Funeral Planning Easier

Funeral planning is something that most of us avoid. But helping your older adult make arrangements ahead of time means...

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