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  • Medication Safety for Seniors

    Medication Safety for Seniors

    With more than 10,000 prescription drugs available in the United States, it’s no wonder that so many older adults – about one in three – are taking a minimum of five of them every day. And family caregivers know firsthand the difficulty of handling these medications for seniors. The truth is, studies show that approximately…

  • Tips for Overcoming Mom’s Resistance to Home Healthcare Services

    Tips for Overcoming Mom’s Resistance to Home Healthcare Services

    Do you have an older loved one resisting the reality that he or she is in need of some extra help at home? One of the greatest reservations we have as we grow older is the loss of control and the ability to reside at home alone. Because of this fear, it may be very…

  • How to Begin Discussing the Need for a Caregiver for Elderly Parents

    How to Begin Discussing the Need for a Caregiver for Elderly Parents

    Getting used to the idea that a senior you love requires assistance at home can be challenging. Even more challenging is talking about the need for a caregiver for elderly parents and getting them to agree that help is needed. If you have spotted changes in a loved one and you’re sensing the need to…

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