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9 Meaningful Activities for Seniors To Create Purpose

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

The importance of activities is obvious enough. We all need things to fill our days with, to make life worth living. The topic becomes even more important for seniors, as many no longer work, so they have more time in each day to fill. But, we’re not just talking about any type of activity in […]

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The 10 Best Noodles for Diabetics Reviewed

September 1, 2022 By Angelica Herrera Venson, DrPH, MPH 2 Comments

Noodles are a staple in the diets of many popular cuisines around the world. They are exquisite in savory soup or stir-fried alongside your choice of vegetables and garnishes. People with diabetes may feel that eating any type of noodles is off limits. That’s simply not the case. Finding the best noodles for diabetics doesn’t need […]

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7 Benefits of Bingo for Seniors & How to Spice the Game Up

August 30, 2022 By Cassie Greenfield, MSc 2 Comments

Bingo is famous as a game for the elderly. It’s something that seniors play regularly, while the rest of us normally don’t. After all, it seems like a pretty simple game, one that easily gets boring.  So, what is it that keeps our aging parents coming back to bingo? Why do so many love it, […]

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Dementia Water Balls for Increasing Hydration

August 26, 2022 By Cassie Greenfield, MSc Leave a Comment

Have you heard about dementia water balls? They’re sometimes called dementia hydration balls, water ball jelly drops, or just Jelly Drops. They’re a clever idea, based on the fact that dementia patients often don’t want to drink water. Sometimes they’re even afraid of it. This can lead to dehydration and increase the risk of many […]

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Hygiene for Seniors – How to Overcome Challenges and Find Solutions

August 23, 2022 By Angelica Herrera Venson, DrPH, MPH Leave a Comment

Keeping clean is critical at any age. Doing so reduces the amount of grime and germs, lowering the risk of health problems. Cleanliness helps with mental health as well. Yet, hygiene for seniors isn’t always straightforward. Many people struggle to keep themselves clean or aren’t willing to do so. Sometimes the reasons are obvious, but […]

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16 Exciting and Delicious Recipes For Elderly With No Teeth

August 19, 2022 By Angelica Herrera Venson, DrPH, MPH 1 Comment

Eating often becomes more difficult with age. Some seniors find that their appetite or sense of taste is dramatically decreased, making them much less interested in their food. Others might lose a few teeth or even all of them. These issues are frustrating enough on their own. Making matters worse is the fact that soft […]

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