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Q. At 84, I feel pretty good most days, but I’m more isolated than ever after my wife died six months ago. I want to stay active beyond just cleaning the house every week, which would be a big boost for my mental outlook. However, I’m just not sure I want to navigate our busy [...]
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Continue ReadingQ. I’m the primary caregiver for my parents, who are both 81. They’re in fairly good health, but I worry when I see them taking as many over-the-counter painkillers as they do for their aches and pains. I wonder about the risks. Should I be concerned? Medical professionals warn that long-term use of nonaspirin anti-inflammatory [...]
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Continue ReadingQ. I’m 72, and it seems as if I have less energy with each passing year. I find myself worrying about how I’ll be able to cope at 75 or 80. In a new study, scientists think they may have found why humans lose energy with age and hope this will point the way to [...]
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Continue ReadingThe Home Instead Senior Care®network has joined the Alzheimer’s Early Detection Alliance (AEDA) in a nationwide effort to educate people about the warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease and the importance of early detection. The AEDA is a group of corporations, nonprofits and government entities under the leadership of the Alzheimer’s Association dedicated to making a [...]
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Continue ReadingFall prevention isn’t just about removing potential trip hazards. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has a checklist called “Other things you can do to prevent falls.” Review the following list and think of ways you can take these extra precautions: Exercise regularly. Exercise can make you stronger and improve balance and coordination. Have [...]
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Continue ReadingQ. As with many seniors like myself in their late 70s, I’m on several different medications. When a doctor suggests a new med, I never seem to know the right questions to ask. Do you have any suggestions? Today’s medications are a wonderful benefit, offering life-saving potential and improving the lives of seniors everywhere. But [...]
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Continue ReadingCan you believe that it is November already? Where has this year gone? When the calendar rolls to November, it is time to begin to start thinking about the holidays; as time tends to fly even more quickly this time of the year. Each year there is always the challenge of trying to come up [...]
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Continue ReadingQ. My parents, who are both in their 80s, are expecting a houseful of people this holiday season. Guests will include a number of small children. My folks haven’t entertained youngsters for years. I’m helping them decorate their home for the holidays as well as purchasing gifts for their young guests. Can you give me [...]
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Continue ReadingMy 76-year-old widowed father has always enjoyed socializing and that means parties where alcohol is served. It seems that he is drinking more and I am concerned. I’m worried about his drinking, especially this holiday season when there will be more opportunities. Should I be? As a matter of fact, older adults who have alcohol [...]
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Continue ReadingQ: I’ve been caring for my elderly parents and have heard a lot about the stress that goes with family caregiving. I’m certainly feeling it. What’s the latest on the impact of stress on people like me and what can I do about it? The latest stress study from caring.com reveals that personal relationships are [...]
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