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Use available technology tools to make everyday life easier and better for seniors with dementia

Alzheimer's & Dementia

3 Ways Technology Helps Seniors with Dementia

Living with dementia and caring for someone with dementia are both challenging situations. Vineyard Bluffton shares three ways to use...

Find out about 3 most dangerous rooms for falls among seniors and get fall prevention tips

Home Safety

Home Fall Prevention Tips for 3 Risky Areas

Falling isn’t a normal part of aging, but falls are the leading cause of serious injuries among older adults. Caring...

Explore 4 challenges of caregiving with siblings and get 4 tips for navigating these challenges

Managing Family Dynamics

4 Tips to Solve Caregiving Challenges with Siblings

Working with siblings to care for aging parents can add another layer of stress. All Home Care Matters discusses 4...

seniors recovering from surgery

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...

4 tips that help caregivers consider their own needs before saying yes to requests for their time and energy

Stress Relief

4 Tips That Help Caregivers Say No With Confidence

Many caregivers are used to putting others before themselves and have a tough time saying no to additional requests for...

Find out which supplements cause negative interactions with common medications – including medications for blood pressure or heart issues

Medications

How Supplements Affect Blood Pressure

Many seniors take vitamins and supplements without knowing that they can cause negative side effects. BuzzRx explains which supplements cause...

seasonal depression

Health & Wellness / Medical Conditions

4 Ways Seniors and Caregivers Can Prevent and Manage Seasonal Depression

Many people struggle to get through the winter season – and not just because bad weather makes everyday tasks difficult. Those...

Caregivers who practice self-care are more likely to provide better care to their loved ones and have a higher quality of life themselves

Stress Relief

Self Care for the Caregiver: 8 Practical Tips

We all know how challenging and stressful caregiving can be. That’s why it’s helpful to have plenty of self-care options...

managing dysphagia

Medical Conditions

7 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,...

Use 15 insightful dementia communication techniques to make it easier to connect and enjoy time together

Alzheimer's & Dementia

15 Insightful Dementia Communication Tips

Talking with someone who has Alzheimer’s or dementia can be challenging. Learning some simple, yet effective dementia communication techniques makes...

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