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How to Downsize a Collection
Adding to a collection can be fun, whether it's baseball cards, vinyl records or vintage typewriters. But it also can take up a lot of space in your home. Thinking about downsizing a collection? Here are some tips to help get you started.
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What Is Wandering and Why Does It Happen?
For dementia caregivers, wandering is a common concern, for good reason: certain studies estimate that about 60% of people with dementia will wander. To help prevent wandering, you can start by understanding what wandering is, why it happens and how to help.
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Do Green Cleaning Products Really Protect Against Viruses?
If you’re wondering whether your earth-smart, “green” cleaning products are effective against COVID-19, the answer is a qualified maybe.
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The Best Fiction Podcasts
You read books and watch TV, but are you also looking for another way to dive into the world of make believe? Check out a fiction podcast.
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Superfood Salads for Summer
Instead of doing a boring old salad (sorry, lettuce) for your next summer BBQ, why not spice things up and get creative by adding nutrition-packed superfoods?
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Brookdale's Ballroom Dance Champion
Meet Nancy, a former nurse who has started a new chapter at Houston’s Brookdale Galleria—as a ballroom dancer. For her, it’s a way of staying active, confident and connected with her late husband.
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9 Tricks to Help You Read More
Anyone who has fallen behind on their reading goals knows that having books pile up can be overwhelming. Following a few easy tips may help you to focus on finding more time and interest in getting lost in a good book.
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Summer Skincare for Seniors
As we age, skin typically gets more delicate, making it even more important to be mindful when completing your skincare routine. This summer, nourish and replenish your skin with these tips and products that can help protect your glow.
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The Art and Joy of Romanticizing Your Life
Everyone talks about the freedom and perks of retirement being akin to a permanent vacation. But what often isn’t discussed is how the day-to-day can also mentally wear on seniors, especially if you live alone, have physical limitations or budget your activities on a fixed income. What happens on days when you have nowhere to be and nothing “important” to do?
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What Happens to Your Body When You’re Dehydrated
Water is vital to our overall health. It plays a critical role in every major body system. Here are just a few of the effects on your body when you get dehydrated.
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Myths About Mental Health Treatment
We dove into some of the top misconceptions about therapy to bring you this guide to help reconsider some common myths about mental health.
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Transform Your Health with Walking
For most of us, walking is so simple! And, it's so easy to get hooked once you start. Certain studies have indicated that tying up those laces for even a few minutes daily can transform your body, mind, and overall health.
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Ready to Give Therapy a Try? Here’s How to Find the Perfect Therapist
Decided you want to give therapy a whirl? The process can seem overwhelming at first, but finding the right therapist might be easier than you think. Here are a few tips to help you find a qualified therapist who is the right fit for you. Plus, a few resources for lower-cost options.
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3 Ways To Transition from Caregiver to Advocate
When caregivers choose to partner with a person like a paid caregiver or a resource like a senior community to make sure their loved one is getting the care they deserve, it can be difficult to make the mental transition from “caregiver” to “advocate.” Fortunately, we’re here to help!
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Discuss These Financial Topics with Your Adult Children
There can be great benefits in talking to your adult children about your finances. First off, sharing the steps you took to get where you are today could potentially motivate them to make their own smart money moves. Talking about finances can also help your kids to know what to expect should you need financial support or to seek out a care plan. And being transparent about your assets can make it easier for estate planning so that you can help ensure that your money gets left to the people you truly want it to go to.
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