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An older adult hums to himself while listening to a favorite song as he is about to use mental singing as non-medication Parkinson’s therapy.

A Non-Medication Parkinson’s Therapy That Starts With a Song

Walking and moving around are things that most people take for granted. But when Parkinson’s disease arises, each step can feel uncertain, and balance and coordination can become compromised as well. Movements become slower, more rigid, and sometimes unpredictable with [...]

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A senior woman has received a Leqembi injection at home, a recent Alzheimer’s medication advancement that is improving health and quality of life for those with dementia.

Alzheimer’s Medication Advancement: The Promise of At-Home Leqembi Treatment

Families who care for someone with Alzheimer’s know that even simple errands can turn into overwhelming tasks. Convincing a loved one to get ready, explaining where you’re going, handling distress in the car, and waiting in a crowded medical office—it [...]

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A senior woman struggling with a headache wishes for a COPD care solution that could help ease the pain.

Headaches as a Warning Sign in COPD Care

Headaches are something everyone experiences now and then. They may come after a long day, poor sleep, or dehydration. But when chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is part of the picture, headaches—especially in the morning—carry much more meaning. COPD Care: [...]

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A woman who is working to manage impulse-driven behaviors in her husband who has dementia gazes up at him with love.

How to Handle Impulse-Driven Behaviors in Dementia

You’re walking hand-in-hand with your loved one when, without warning, they yell at a stranger or attempt to cross a busy street. Moments like these can leave you startled, embarrassed, and worried all at once. Impulse-driven behaviors are common in [...]

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An older man wakes up in bed well rested thanks to natural sleep support for seniors.

Restful Sleep Support for Seniors at Home

Many everyday issues can be soothed with natural remedies: lemon water for a sore throat, fresh air for a weary mind, or a warm bath for tight muscles. The same holds true for sleep—nature often provides what the body needs [...]

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A woman who is about to leave rehab considers her options for transitional home care as she lies in bed.

How Transitional Home Care Helps Seniors Move Safely From Rehab to Home

The original plan was clear: a short stay in rehab to build strength, then home. But recovery isn’t always straightforward. Weeks pass, and progress feels slower than everyone hoped. A target discharge date gets mentioned, only to be delayed. Then, [...]

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A man who struggles with the effects of a sedentary lifestyle in seniors sits in a chair at home.

How a Sedentary Lifestyle in Seniors Can Quietly Harm Health

A quiet afternoon in a recliner might seem harmless, but if sitting becomes the primary daily activity, it could be undermining your loved one’s health. Health professionals sometimes refer to this as sitting disease—a way to describe the dangers of [...]

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A woman looks out a window, practicing strategies for coping with caregiver frustration as she cares for her mother who has dementia.

Coping With Caregiver Frustration While Supporting a Loved One With Dementia

Even the most dedicated caregivers can find themselves coping with caregiver frustration and anger when caring for someone with dementia. You might start each day determined to stay calm and kind, but repeated questions, refusals to cooperate, and long stretches [...]

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A woman sits in the waning sunlight, pondering what happens after caregiving ends.

The Truth About What Happens After Caregiving Ends

You were there for it all—the appointments, the late nights, the hard conversations. You offered comfort, made sacrifices, and kept going when it was hard. But what happens after caregiving ends may catch you off guard. The emotions you expected, [...]

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A woman caring for Mom and Dad at the same time wraps her arms around their shoulders.

Caring for Mom and Dad at the Same Time and Keeping the Peace

It’s a familiar story: Mom wants to talk things through, get reassurance, and know she’s safe. Dad just wants to know what the plan is, and that he’s still the one calling the shots. As a caregiver, caring for Mom [...]

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A man who understands the power of sports memories for seniors with dementia looks through an old photo album with his dad.

How Sports Memories for Seniors With Dementia Spark Connection

Memories of sports—the games we played, the teams we cheered for, and the traditions we passed down—often hold a special place in our hearts. For someone with dementia, these moments don’t just fade into the past. They become anchors to [...]

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A cancer caregiver hugs her elderly mother.

What No One Tells You About Becoming a Cancer Caregiver

Cancer can knock on the door in many ways. For some, it arrives with a jolt—an emergency, a sudden diagnosis, a life-changing word. For others, it builds over time, a collection of vague symptoms that eventually lead to answers. No [...]

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