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April 30, 2019
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Leaving A Legacy: Finding Meaning

by Jeannette Franks, PhD, a passionate gerontologist who teaches at University of Washington and Bastyr University; she is the author of a book on assisted living […]
April 30, 2019
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Elderly Insomnia

Causes & Treatment Everyone experiences an occasional restless night. But for those who toss and turn regularly, the inability to sleep can be a source of […]
April 30, 2019
An elderly man taking his pills and medication from a medicine container.

Importance of Taking Medications Correctly

We all know about the rising costs of health care, and how expensive prescription medicines can be, especially for seniors. But do you know how much […]
April 30, 2019
A view from behind of an elderly man with a backpack and an elderly woman with a bag, walking along a forest trail.

Hurricane Preparedness & Senior Services

The best advice for anyone living in a coastal community where hurricanes pose a threat is simple and to the point: be prepared. “The main issues […]
April 30, 2019
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Hospice Care

Hospice care helps the terminally ill and their families make the most of the last days, weeks, or months of their lives. Rooted in the word […]
April 30, 2019
An elderly man and woman share a happy moment as they laugh together.

Home Health vs Home Care

Home care and home health are distinct types of care which are both provided in a home setting, but most people aren’t aware of the differences […]
April 30, 2019
A healthcare professional assisting an elderly man as he goes through physical therapy.

Elderly Hip Fracture

Prevention & Treatment She tripped over a small suitcase on the floor, and fell right into a wall. “The instant I did this, before I hit […]
April 30, 2019
A staff member guiding a group of elderly people as they put their arms up across their body to stretch.

High Blood Pressure in the Elderly: Causes & Prevention

Blood pressure can be seen as a barometer of overall circulatory health. Someone with high blood pressure is at a significantly greater risk for heart failure, […]
April 30, 2019
An elderly man wearing a watch smiling as he operates a workout machine.

Heart Attack in Seniors: Symptoms & Prevention

Charged with pumping blood throughout the entire circulatory system, the heart is also a muscle that reflects the treatment by its host more than any other […]
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