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  • Veterans …. Get the Home Health Care you Need Through Your Benefits Program
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    Veterans …. Get the Home Health Care you Need Through Your Benefits Program

    March 14, 2024

    You served our country and now you need assistance. Learn about the benefits that your health insurance provides to get proper care for your medical needs. You could be eligible for part or full coverage for private home health care.

  • Chair Exercises for Limited Mobility
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    Chair Exercises for Limited Mobility

    February 28, 2024

    Keeping active is crucial for overall health, even if it may seem challenging. Don't let your limited mobility hold you back - try these at-home exercises using just a chair. And for an added challenge, incorporate resistance bands and 1-pound weights. Let's keep our bodies moving and thriving!

  • Paying for In-house Health Care
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    Paying for In-house Health Care

    February 26, 2024

    Taking care of a household and elderly parents/ spouses while working can be a balancing act. Sometimes we need help taking care of loved ones. Caregivers may be needed for our senior parents/ spouses, but how do you pay for the cost?
     

  • Valentine’s Day Ideas for Your Elderly Parents
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    Valentine’s Day Ideas for Your Elderly Parents

    February 14, 2024

    Parents give their time, support, and love throughout their lives. Here are some great Valentine’s activities to do with your senior parents.
     

  • Seniors: Reading for Enjoyment
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    Seniors: Reading for Enjoyment

    February 8, 2024

    A great hobby for all ages from young to old is reading. Books come in regular print and large print. The latest books are available at local bookstores, online bookstores, and the library.

  • Financial Knowledge for Seniors
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    Financial Knowledge for Seniors

    January 30, 2024

    Financial planning should start as early as young adulthood. However, it is never too late to plan. Even seniors can benefit from organizing their finances to maximize their money.

  • Keeping our Seniors Safe and Warm this Winter Season
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    Keeping our Seniors Safe and Warm this Winter Season

    January 23, 2024

    Winter can be harsh on our older population, limiting their abilities to be social and get groceries.  There are ways to provide the necessities for our senior population when temperatures are frigid, and roads are slippery.
     

  • Health Fairs in Cleveland, Ohio
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    Health Fairs in Cleveland, Ohio

    January 16, 2024

    There are many local health events and locations that can offer you some basic screenings.

  • Elderly Falls
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    Elderly Falls

    January 10, 2024

    Why are falls in seniors so common? How can I be safe? Are there physical aids that can help?

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    Bone Health in 2024

    January 3, 2024

    If your goal for the new year is to get healthy, then simplicity is the key. Taking care of yourself can be done in the convenience of your home or gym. Focus on the whole body, inside and out.