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In the United States, approximately 40% of people over the age of 65 experience age-related memory impairment. Memory and mental health are closely connected. Helping seniors stay sharp can also improve their quality of life. Top Strategies for Maintaining a…

Watch this helpful video from caregiving expert, Laura Barish as she gives pro tips on what to look for when choosing a walker for elderly individuals. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eqM8GKgcL_w Video Transcription Hi there, my name is Laura Barish and I am part…

Remember playing around with Silly Putty when you were a kid? (Maybe you still do; it’s a fun toy!) A similar kind of putty is available to assist in strengthening hand muscles and it is a very valuable and efficient…

We live in fascinating times in terms of technological wonders. All manner of fancy gadgets have made it enormously convenient to do most everything, from everyday chores like paying bills or shopping to researching for a college essay and managing…

Did you know that falls are the leading cause of injury, hospital visits, and death among the elderly? In fact, studies show that one of every four Americans over age 65 fall every year. While falling itself is concerning, seniors…

Aging is an inevitable component of life we all must face, whether it is our own or taking care of an elderly friend or loved one. With age comes a decline in health and typically extra care is needed to…