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Ten common mistakes people make when selecting a long term care facility for a...

By Micha Shalev, MHA CDP CDCM Part one of two. Part two will be in the November issue of the Fifty Plus Advocate. When families and...

Helping people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in case of emergency

People with dementia are especially vulnerable to chaos and emotional trauma. They have a limited ability to understand what is happening, and they may forget what they have been told about a particular disaster. First responders, neighbors and family members assisting with an evacuation should be alert to potential reactions of someone with dementia in disaster situations.
Sundown syndrome is characterized by agitation and confusion which peaks during late afternoons and evenings.

Sundown syndrome affects majority of adults with dementia

By Sharon Oliver, Contributing Writer REGION - Before people became familiar with Alzheimer's or dementia due to a loved one being stricken with either disease,...

Choosing the rehabilitation facility that fits your needs

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By Brenda Diaz Surgery, whether expected or unexpected, is no walk in the park. It is painful, and in most circumstances, recuperation takes much longer...

Does my loved one have dementia, or not?

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Dementia is the progressive deterioration in cognitive function — the ability to process thought (intelligence).

Tips for caregivers and seniors on safety issues in the home

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By Angela Rocheleau One of the biggest challenges of aging at home independently is the threat of slips and falls in the home. There are...
Many older adults over 50 care for both aging parents and children.

Sleep loss puts family caregivers at risk for health problems of their own

By R. R. Fletcher, Contributing Writer REGION - Nicknamed the "sandwich generation," many older adults over 50 care for both aging parents and children. Caregivers...

Common myths of aging: Happiness and good memory, possible

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By Micha Shalev Society holds several myths about the elderly. Many of these myths may be easily disputed based on data from the U.S. Census...

How to prevent falls in the elderly during winter months

By Michael Miskis It’s important to think about safety and fall prevention before the snow falls and icy conditions form around your home. As one...

Taking care of yourself critical for caregiver

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Caregiving is such a small and innocent word for such a large and often stressful job.