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Entrust of DeSoto is taking all the necessary precautions to keep our residents safe. It’s important that you keep up…
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Coming up with excuses for not doing things seems to be way easier than actually getting things done. It can…
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Nearly 87,674 people have contracted coronavirus that originated in Wuhan, China. So far, there have been 2,994 deaths. The fatality…
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Bilingualism can hold back symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease, but can it also lead to faster decline further down the road?…
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Many seniors think they see better than they actually do, visual impairment can creep up on you. Your eyes can…
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Lithium has long been questioned in therapy for Alzheimer’s disease. This is due to the information being gathered isn’t fully…
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Alzheimer’s Awareness is important for raising funds and awareness for Alzheimer’s disease. Learning about Alzheimer’s makes people more aware in…
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Restless dementia patients wander the hallways of care facilities at night and wake other residents, only to sleep in late…
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People tend to sleep more lightly when they age than when they were younger. It becomes normal to wake up…
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In 2050, the senior population will be more than double that of the world’s youngest citizens and over the next…
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Delirium is a condition of mental confusion, caused by some kind of extreme stress on the body or mind. It…
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The holidays are a time for family and friends to come together to share special memories. For those alone during…
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Everything can be ready and set to go for the holidays, but make sure you take your older relatives into…
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Primary care physicians are good at checking senior’s cholesterol and blood pressure, but often fail to use tests that can…
Continue readingWhat Ways Can Seniors Avoid Muscle Loss?
A loss of muscle is common amongst the elderly as they age. If you don’t exercise regularly, you start to…
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Acting as a caregiver can be a time consuming position, leaving little time to take care of yourself. This should…
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Alzheimer’s disease isn’t only devastating for the person involved, but for the family as well. As family members it’s normal…
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Seniors have a higher risk for urinary tract infections, UTIs, which can cause sudden behavior changes. Most commonly known is…
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A common side effect of aging is a loss of appetite. Being aware of this fact can help you implement…
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Alzheimer’s affects women at a disproportionately higher rate than men. Scientists are still trying to uncover the phenomenon of why…
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Prescription drug costs could be raising by hundreds of dollars next year for seniors. Medicare’s pay plan is changing, which…
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A healthy marriage can come with many added benefits, such as lowering your risk for dementia! Being Married to someone…
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Most only recognize Alzheimer’s disease as affecting the brain, but not the physical effects on the body. The brain cells…
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Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s can be a difficult task, but supporting your loved one can be easier with our…
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As seniors have lived a long full life they have collected a multitude of items over their time. These items…
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The most common form of dementia in the elderly is Alzheimer’s disease. This is usually characterized by plaques and tangles…
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Alzheimer’s disease and dementia can generate anger, anxiety, confusion, and fear for the individual living with the disease. However, there…
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There’s a new strategy to slow down the loss of memory and prevent dementia. This revolves around brain plasticity and…
Continue readingDoes Midlife Stress Cause Higher Alzhiemer’s in Women?
Alzheimer’s disease is more likely to affect women for reasons that are still unknown. However, the prospective effect of stress…
Continue readingTop 6 Tips To Make Friends as a Senior
As a child making new friends was easy, as you get older things get more complicated. It’s not as easy…
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Eating a balanced diet and giving up unhealthy practices are well-known measures to be taken to improve heart health and…
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Alzheimer’s disease is the most fearful health condition for many. This worry can lead us to eat well, to exercise,…
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As we progress into our senior years, it’s common for our cognitive function to decline. Although, arising symptoms of dementia…
Continue reading3 Tips for Seniors to Have an Active Summer
Summer is a great time for seniors to be active outdoors. The beautiful weather and endless activities create great opportunities…
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