Americans of all ages value their ability to live independently. Today, people can live on their own for many years — even as they grow older and
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Pity the only child. He or she has no one else to turn to when it’s time to take care of an aging parent. But the only child isn’t the only one who
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Not only can caregiving be emotionally draining, but it’s hard on the wallet, as well. Thankfully, there are some programs in place that can help thos
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There are lyrics to a song “These Are the Good Ole Days.” While I may agree with this about many things, there is one thing I truly do not agree with
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Is there anything more American and delicious than a Texas-size T-bone steak with French fries fixed just the way Grandma used to? Just writing ab
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I love to eat and I eat a lot of food every day. When I am out and about I also like to watch what other people are eating. Now don’t get me wrong, I
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The human body undergoes some annoying reversals during the aging process. Where you once had a luxurious head of hair, you suddenly find yourself
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Outdoor heat is associated with a significantly increased risk of emergency hospitalization for respiratory disorders in the elderly, according to
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I always tell people that one magical aspect of working with people with dementia is that you can still communicate, even if the affected person h
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Fletcher Allen Health Care doesn’t make a special effort to recruit older volunteers, according to Director of Volunteer Services Margaret Laughli
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