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A young woman wearing a diaper, highlighting the comparison between Depend versus Tena

Depend Versus Tena: My Thoughts After Wearing Each for a Day

June 7, 2021 By Angelica Herrera Venson, DrPH, MPH 13 Comments

Millions of women use undergarments for urinary incontinence. I set out to compare Depend versus Tena, two of the more popular incontinence brands, to see the strengths and weaknesses of each. To be clear, I do struggle with mild incontinence, but tested these products to the fullest extent. For this experiment, I went to my […]

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The Problem Of Parents Hiding Health Information and What You Can Do

June 4, 2021 By Cassie Greenfield, MSc Leave a Comment

Are your elderly parents hiding health information? The issue is surprisingly common and frustrating. So, what can you do?

A senior eating with his family, as an example of freezer meals for seniors

15 Delicious Freezer Meals For Seniors That Can’t Be Missed

May 31, 2021 By Victoria Mongiardo Leave a Comment

Need some inspiration for quick and easy freezer meals for seniors? We’ve got you covered! We have compiled a list of some of the easiest, most delicious freezer recipes from all around the world. You can make small or large batches at a time. With these tasty reheatable recipes, you will never be stuck eating […]

The Father starring Anthony Hopkins

The Father Review – Is The Movie Useful for Caregivers?

May 25, 2021 By Cassie Greenfield, MSc Leave a Comment

Have you heard about The Father? There have been some amazing The Father reviews, focusing on the film’s portrayal of dementia and family relationships. It follows the character of Anthony (played by Anthony Hopkins) and his daughter Anne (played by Olivia Colman). Anthony Hopkins won an Academy Award for his role, while Olivia Colman was […]

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Never Say Never – Why Adult Children Can’t Always Keep The Promises They Make

May 22, 2021 By Cassie Greenfield, MSc Leave a Comment

It’s a common story. Adult children often promise to support their parents, to help ensure the parent will be able to age safely in their own home. This promise is made with the best intentions. Putting an aging parent in assisted living or a nursing home feels like abandonment. Even thinking about doing so might […]

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Falls Strip Seniors of their Independence: Ways to Decrease Fall Risk

May 20, 2021 By Cassie Greenfield, MSc Leave a Comment

Falls can be a major issue, especially for seniors, but there are ways to reduce this risk without great expense

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