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Are The Unmet Daily Living Needs of Seniors Impacting Acute Care Admissions

A recent study, published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, entitled “Rates of Acute Care Admissions for Frail Older People Living with Met Versus Unmet Activity of Daily Living Needs,” reports that people who need and receive assistance with their activity of daily living needs (ADLs) are less likely than those who do [...]

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The Holidays Are Fast Approaching! Are You Ready?

 It’s the Holidays and To Grandmother’s House We Go… Many families are traveling over the river and through the woods to reach Grandmother’s (and Grandfather’s) house this holiday season.  It is a tradition held by many families – gathering at an elder’s home to carry on holiday festivities.  While the thought of everyone together under [...]

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How to Care for An Aging Parent Long Distance

Caregiving Across the Miles You did it!  You grew up, became successful, started a family of your own, and moved out…states away, even, from your Mom and Dad. You visit from time to time and keep in touch by talking on the phone and emailing pictures of grandchildren, and possibly great grandchildren, on a regular [...]

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Are Mom & Dad Being Naughty or Nice?

Family caregivers give the greatest gift of all – their love, energy and time – often at the expense of their own families and in lieu of other things they might like to do.  Unless you have walked in their shoes, you have no idea how rewarding their jobs are.  Caregiving can be difficult, and [...]

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Have You Seen The Senior Food Pyramid?
Plus, 3 Meal Ideas

The Tufts University Food Guide Pyramid for Older Adults is designed to help people 70 and older eat properly. As you age, you need less food to maintain your weight. However, your need for vitamins and minerals may stay the same or even increase. That’s why it is important to choose a variety of nutrient-rich [...]

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It’s Time to STOP Senior Hunger!

Believe it or not you may have a grandparent, parent or friend who may be suffering from hunger in silence. It is estimated that one in nine seniors is at risk of hunger or “food insecurity,” the inability to obtain sufficient food for their household. Older adults face many obstacles to getting healthy food, and [...]

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Honoring Local Senior Veterans – It’s Good To Be A Comfort Keeper

Every year Comfort Keepers of The Villages, Ocala, and Gainesville has the absolute honor of sponsoring the flight of several World War II veterans to our nation’s capitol. Known as an Honor Flight, these veterans are flown to Washington, D.C. to visit the World War II memorial that stands as a memorial to them. On [...]

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Coping With The Loss Of A Loved One

Losing a loved one is never easy. For some close-knit families and relatives loss can be devastating. Unfortunately, losing a loved one is part of the journey of life, so finding healthy ways to deal with feelings of loss and grief can help you and your family through the difficult time. Coping with Reminders after [...]

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Would You Like To Be A Comfort Keeper?

If you have a caring, loving spirit and like to take an active role in helping others, you possess two characteristics that are essential to being a Comfort Keeper. As a Comfort Keeper you’ll do more than prepare lunch or dust the furniture or help a client get ready for the day. These are important, [...]

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Elder Care: How To Handle Emergencies With An Elderly Person

Elder care is becoming a more common responsibilities for families. And caring for an elderly person can bring many new challenges to family life. In the course of caring for an elderly person or one with Alzheimer’s disease, it is likely that an accident will occur or that the person will appear to be seriously [...]

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