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Occupational Therapy for Seniors
April is National Occupational Therapy Month. Occupational therapy helps people participate in the things they want and need to do through the therapeutic use of everyday activities, or occupations...
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Helpful Resources for National Nutrition Month
March is National Nutrition Month, a campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. The theme for this year is "Put Your Best Fork Forward," which encourages everyone to...
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In-Home Care is a Viable Senior Housing Option
About 90% of seniors plan to live in their current homes for the next 5 to 10 years, according to the United States of Aging Survey. BankRate.com recently published an article exploring senior...
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Exploring the Possible Ties Between Blood Pressure Medications and Fall Risk
High blood pressure is a very serious condition that can lead to severe illness or even death. But did you know the same medication you may be using to treat this condition could also increase the...
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10 Ways to Help a Loved One Manage High Blood Pressure
National Heart Month rolls on, and we’ve already looked at risk factors for high blood pressure and other preventative measures. But what happens when your loved one is the person afflicted...
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Listen and Learn About Our Evidence Based Dementia Care Program
Sharon Roth Maguire, the Chief Clinical Quality Officer and resident RN of BrightStar Care, recently went on the radio to discuss in-home dementia care and transitional care. Health Professional...
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How Many Risk Factors Do You Have for High Blood Pressure?
"Make Control Your Goal" is the theme for American Heart Month with a focus on controlling high blood pressure and an important part of this is knowing your risk factors for high blood...
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Make Control Your Goal with Blood Pressure
February is American Heart Month. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is encouraging Americans to know their blood pressure, and if it’s high, they want you to make control...
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Ideas for De-Cluttering for Fall Prevention
When you have a cluttered home, it can cause stress and make it difficult to find important items. But even more than that, clutter can pose health and safety risks, especially to the elderly...
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Smooth Traveling for Seniors This Holiday Season
The holidays are here. In addition to all of the great food, family, friends and fun, there are also nuisances that can only grow more difficult without preparation. Travel is necessary, yet can be...