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5 Ways Seniors Can Leave a Legacy for Their Grandchildren
You have a wealth of knowledge, stories, skills, and an important history that you want to make sure you pass down to your children and your grandchildren. Gathering together all the details of your life for future generations can seem daunting, but it doesn’t have to be difficult. Here are some easy ways you can make sure you leave a legacy. Continue reading
5 Helpful Technological Tools for Caregivers
Advances in technology in the past few decades have allowed us to monitor ourselves and others. These advances have given us the ability to find answers to any and all of our questions with our fingertips. In the age of smartphones, we use apps for information and we stay connected to each other 24/7. Here are five helpful technological tools that you can utilize as a caregiver. Continue reading
3 Ways You Can Help Your Senior Mom Walk More
One of the best things anyone can do for their health is to walk and walk often. A new study found that running or walking 15 miles a week could help prevent Alzheimer’s and dementia. The American Heart Association recommends that people walk 10,000 steps—about five miles—a day to decrease their risks of heart disease and to improve overall health. While Mom might not be ready for five miles a day just yet, there are still some ways that you can help her add more walking into her routine. Continue reading
Forgetfulness vs. Dementia
As we age, our bodies change. We lose some of our physical abilities, and our responses to certain things become slower. Loss of hearing or eyesight, decreased strength and stamina, and even some forgetfulness are all normal processes of aging. But when are these changes a sign of something more serious? What is the difference between simple forgetfulness and dementia? Continue reading