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Perfect Holiday Gifts for Seniors – Find Them a New Hobby!

November 3, 2022 By Cassie Greenfield, MSc Leave a Comment

If you’re stuck this Christmas, what about hobby items as gifts for seniors? The choices in this list can all be powerful ways to keep them engaged and may even turn into a new passion.

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How To Stop Seniors Falling Out Of Bed

October 31, 2022 By Cassie Greenfield, MSc Leave a Comment

As people age, sleeping in a bed sometimes gets surprisingly difficult. Some seniors regularly roll out of bed during the night, which can be frightening and easily causes injuries. Others may be okay while they sleep, but fall when trying to get out of bed in the morning. Caregivers often need solutions for how to […]

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Bladder Pads vs Period Pads for Senior Incontinence

October 28, 2022 By Cassie Greenfield, MSc Leave a Comment

Incontinence is a tricky subject. Not because it’s difficult per se, but because it’s embarrassing. The subject is often avoided at all costs, despite the fact that between a quarter and a third of American men and women experience some form of urinary incontinence.   That’s a lot of people. So, it’s past time to drop […]

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What Is Virtual Hospice? (and other crucial hospice questions)

October 24, 2022 By Cassie Greenfield, MSc Leave a Comment

Hospice is often under-discussed and misunderstood. So, what is it anyway? How does it work? And, what is virtual hospice?

A retired couple using a scrapbook as one of their holiday activities for seniors

18 Holiday Activities for Seniors To Elevate the Season

October 12, 2022 By Angelica Herrera Venson, DrPH, MPH 1 Comment

Holidays are a chance for connection and family, but they’re not always plain sailing. They come with plenty of stresses and challenges. Finding the right holiday activities for seniors can make a huge difference here. Holiday activities have many benefits. For one thing, they keep people engaged. This is particularly important if the holidays are […]

A glass of vanilla protein shake next to the powder, highlighting the question of how long the elderly can live on Ensure

How Long Can the Elderly Live On Ensure?

October 12, 2022 By Cassie Greenfield, MSc 9 Comments

Ensure and similar shakes can be powerful for seniors, providing calories and nutrients in an easy-to-consume form. They’re particularly helpful for seniors who struggle to chew and those with a limited appetite.  Some caregivers even find that seniors will consume a meal shake without hesitation, particularly shakes that are high in sugar and taste like […]

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