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When to move to senior living
March 13, 2025Deciding when to move to senior living is a significant life choice, but it’s one...
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When the Caregiver Needs Care: A Daughter’s Journey
March 7, 2025“I thought I could do it all until the day I collapsed on the kitchen...
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In-Home Care: The Most Preferred & Affordable Option
March 6, 2025AARP studies show that 90% of people over the age of 65 would prefer to...
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The First Fall: A Warning We Couldn’t Ignore
February 28, 2025“It wasn’t the broken hip that scared us—it was what came after.” My grandma had...
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Home Health vs. In-Home Care: A Helpful Distinction
February 27, 2025When supporting patients who wish to age comfortably at home, distinguishing between home health and...
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A Widow’s Relief: Planning for a Future She Never Imagined
February 24, 2025“When Dad passed, I thought our hardships were over. Then, Mom’s illness began—and we learned...
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A Caregiver’s Relief: The Unseen Burden of Loving Without Limits
February 14, 2025“I promised my husband I would care for him, no matter what. But as his...
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Seniors and Kitchen Safety: Tips for the ‘Heart of the Home’
January 28, 2025A kitchen is often the central gathering place in the home. Family dinners, special occasions...
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Supporting Seniors Returning Home After Hospitalization: A Step-by-Step Guide
January 26, 2025When a senior loved one is discharged from the hospital, it can be an emotional...
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Understanding Sundown Syndrome
January 24, 2025When your loved one has Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, they may become more agitated or confused in the late afternoon or evening. This is a common issue called sundowning that many people with memory loss experience. While it’s not clear what causes it, dementia does affect a person’s biological clock and circadian rhythm, causing dysregulation in the sleep and wake cycle. Understanding sundown syndrome, what causes it, how to recognize it, and how to best support your loved one when they’re sundowning will help you navigate it and take steps to prevent it from happening in the future.
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