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Combating the Winter Blues

Feb 1, 2018 | Caregivers, Tips

The holidays are over. Here in New England, winter has set in and its grip won’t loosen for another month or two. With all that seasonal snow, cold, and darkness, no wonder so many people get the Winter Blues. Fortunately, there’s a lot that can be done to combat the...

Debit or Credit? What Seniors Need to Know

Oct 27, 2017 | Caregivers, Tips

When you go to pay for a purchase at your favorite store and the cashier asks you “debit or credit?” which do you say? If you’re a senior, do you know the difference? If not, you may find yourself in financial trouble if you don’t answer correctly. Debit cards are a...

Online Shopping: Is it an addiction?

Aug 18, 2017 | Caregivers, Tips

There’s no question that online giants such as Amazon are dominating the retail shopping industry. There is almost nothing you can’t find online and the Internet has revolutionized how and where we shop. For most people this is a convenience. But for some, it can be a...

Beginning a New Sport as a Senior

Jul 25, 2017 | Caregivers, Tips

If you’re a senior, your golden years should be the beginning of a golden era in exercise. Light or moderate, low-impact exercise on a regular basis has been proven to yield significant health benefits for the elderly. Regular exercise and a proper diet can maintain...

Remembering Debbie Reynolds

Jun 16, 2017 | Caregivers

If you’re caring for an elderly at-home patient, chances are good they – and perhaps you – remember a Hollywood star who shined brightly for decades and passed away just a few months ago. One who was, as some have called it, “reshone” through her also-talented actress...

Family Falling-outs: The Effect on Elders

May 19, 2017 | Caregivers, Tips

Increasingly, families are providing long-term home care for the elderly, especially aging parents who become less and less able to perform tasks necessary for independent living. The need to care for someone on a regular basis often leads to stress and other problems...