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Alcoholism in Seniors: What You Should Know

Alcoholism in seniors can pose more dangers compared to those who are younger. Aging changes your body in so many ways. So while drinking can be an acceptable part of social life, your senior parent may not be able to drink as much as when they were younger. This is because the aging process can make …

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Elderly Can Find Freedom in Assisted Living with Big Hearts

Assisted living facilities such as Big Hearts can provide many benefits for the elderly.  One is a newfound sense of independence and community. This can be refreshing for your elderly parents, who may have been in home care for so long, and can tend to feel isolated and dependent. At first, the idea of seniors …

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4 Important Benefits of Elderly Medication Management

Elderly medication management can be stressful, but done right, it can pretty much pave the way for a better quality of life for your elderly parents. However, when done wrong, it can spell disaster for everyone. Modern medicine and pharmaceuticals have provided us treatment to illnesses and relief from discomfort that we can’t otherwise get …

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Elderly Depression: How to Recognize the Signs

Elderly depression is real and shouldn’t be ignored. Recognize the signs of elderly depression in your aging parents. Depression can happen to anyone, and even at any age. A clinically diagnosed mental disorder, depression really is more than just being sad. It affects anyone regardless of background, social status, income, or achievements. 

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Do You Have Alzheimer’s? Ask a Loved One to Answer this Questionnaire

Find out your risk of having Alzheimer’s disease using this 21-item questionnaire. While this is not a definitive way to diagnose Alzheimer’s, this can help you assess your situation and see if further steps must be taken. It’s still best to consult with your doctor for the right diagnosis and treatment.

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Normal Forgetfulness or Dementia: Which Do You Have?

Are you experiencing normal forgetfulness or exhibiting signs of dementia? Read on to find out. Many people forget sometimes. Now and then, you experience lapses in memory. As you age, these lapses may become more common as part off the normal aging process. Let’s take a closer look.