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Dementia and nutrition
Dementia affects memory, language, thinking skills, attention span, and perception. In addition to age-related changes in appetite, thirst, and sense of smell and taste, dementia…
January 16, 2020
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I get by with a little help from my friends
“I get by with a little help from my friends” is not just a famous lyric from the Beatles! It also describes the boost that…
January 7, 2020
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New Year’s Resolutions
What would New Year’s be without a resolution or two? People of all ages can make and complete New Year’s resolutions. Seniors and caregivers can…
December 30, 2019
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Dialing the stress down at the holidays
The holiday season can be both a time of great joy and extra stress, especially for older adults and their caregivers. Holidays represent family, emotion,…
December 23, 2019
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Music is Magical
Earlier in her career, our founder, Janet Brush was a Geriatric Social Worker in New York City and would occasionally visit the Riverdale Jewish Home…
December 18, 2019
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5 Tips for a Safe & Healthy Winter
Even in moderate climates like the San Francisco Bay Area, winter brings shorter days, colder weather and less light. For the seniors in your life,…
December 12, 2019
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Visiting an aging family member: activities to enjoy
Let’s face it: the holidays can be simultaneously wonderful and stressful. The stress can multiply if you are a caregiver for an elderly family member.…
December 5, 2019
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November is National Family Caregiving Month
In 1997 President Clinton proclaimed November as National Family Caregiving Month.(4) This month we acknowledge all of those who care for family members, usually at…
November 1, 2019
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Placement Assistance
When loved ones are at a point where they are no longer able to remain in their present living environment, problems can impact the entire…
October 26, 2019
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