Can you predict the weather by whether your arthritis flares up or not? If so, you’re not alone. Nearly 68 percent of respondents to a Harvard Medical School survey said that they were sure changes in the weather affected their chronic pain, according to Arthritis Foundation of WA. Every 10-degree drop in temperature …
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We’ve all felt rejuvenated after a good night’s sleep or endured miserable days following a night spent tossing and turning. Sleep, or the lack of it, profoundly affects your life, often in ways you may not even realize. Adequate sleep is a key component of a healthy lifestyle. Quality sleep is the world’s …
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People who make certain healthy lifestyle choices significantly reduce their risk for illnesses, according to research led by Johns Hopkins. In this 8-year study of 6,200 men and women, researchers found people who engage in four specific behaviors reduced their risk for premature death from all causes by an astonishing 80 percent. Those …
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If your family member requires a supportive environment for daily living, you can choose among several types of residential settings. Two of the most popular options, assisted living and memory care, share a number of services and amenities. They also have significant differences that are important to understand. What do you need to …
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For many people, the winter holidays represent one of the most joyous times of the year. Getting together with friends and family members, enjoying good food and drink, and reminiscing about memories provide a source of inspiration and cheer for people around the world. However, the holiday season can also pose dangers, including …
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Looking for the right memory care community for yourself or a family member can be daunting. With so many things to consider and options to weigh, it is easy to become overwhelmed. We’d like to make it simpler for you. Instead of an endless list of details to keep in mind, we believe …
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Want a fun and healthy retirement? Get a pet. Here are seven reasons owning a pet in retirement is beneficial to your health: 1. Pets provide companionship. The person who has a pet is never without a friend. Whether it’s someone to talk to or take on a walk, pets provide companionship. Some of …
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With the holidays right around the corner, now is the time to start planning exciting craft projects to do with the special kids in your life – specifically your grandkids! Doing crafts together is a great way to create one-of-a-kind holiday decor and share memories that will last a lifetime. Here are 10 …
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Although there is currently no known cure for dementia, there are certain steps a person can take to ease the symptoms associated with the condition. For instance, essential oils have been a useful resource for many generations (even before they were called “essential oils”) to help dementia patients and their caretakers. Essential oils, …
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You have come to a decision – it’s not feasible or safe for you or a family member to live independently anymore. It happens… and with many of us living longer, it’s happening more and more frequently. As you consider your options, two of them come to mind – utilizing in-home care or …
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