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Sweet Auntie84

Role Reversal - Becoming Your Parent's Guardian

It creeps in slowly on little cat's feet when it begins: the hesitation over making minor decisions, oftentimes seeking help on even small issues. As a young adult being asked for advice, it was flattering,...

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Courage: From Football to a Wheelchair

My assignment was to interview Marc Buoniconti at a Thai restaurant in Southwest Miami. His last name may be familiar because his dad, Nick Buoniconti, was a famous Miami Dolphin years ago. But Marc has made...

2 comments    medical research paraplegic
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Utah Assisted Living For Your Loved Ones

Everybody has to get older one or the other day. Utah assisted living community can support you in all the ways possible to live your retirement life in a better way. In this busy and independent pace of...

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Caring for Elderly Parents: Practical Tips to Support Continued Independent Living

Most elders want their independence as much as younger people do. Caring for elderly parents often means finding ways to ensure independence for as long as possible...

0 comments    benefits elderly home security
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Fall Prevention for Older People - A Quick Guide Part 2 of 5 Hazards Around the Home.

One of the quickest ways that you can reduce your fall risk is to make sure your living environment is as safe as it can be. Most of these suggestions are cheap and easy to undertake but make sure that you...

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Transportation Options Beyond the Driver's License

Senior resources for independent living such as transportation. Options for mobility written by a senior move manager in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

0 comments    independent living
Milo74

Pets and the Elderly: A Beneficial Mix

  Whether in long term care or still in their own homes our senior citizens can benefit from the presence of a pet, and there are no limits to the types of pets which can provide comfort and care. From the...

1 comment    elderly seniors dementia
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How to make soda pop

Photo Credit: Wikipedia I can't stand the taste of water. especially flat water with no bubbles. Years ago, I used to drink a lot of Coca-Cola. I had what you might call brand name loyalty. I could take the...

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Home Improvements for Safe Assisted Living

By E. E. Kane The day has come; your parents can no longer live alone without help. Whether you hire help in their home or move them into yours, you will need to turn an eye toward their safety in this new...

0 comments    home care home remodeling
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Meals on Wheels

Meals on Wheels offers elderly in home care for the elderly who might not be able to cook for themselves like they once did. The program helps to reassure their family that their aging family member will...

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