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5 Tips To Help You and Your Parent Cope with Parkinson’s Disease
Whether you are acting as a caregiver, or assisting your aging parent with daily tasks, finding ways to help them cope with their situation can be difficult, especially if they are diagnosed with an illness or disease like Parkinson’s. According to the Parkinson’s Foundation, nearly one million Americans live with the disease, and more than…
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7 Tips for Senior-Friendly Vacationing
Ah, summer! The sun-kissed season of sandy toes, melting ice cream cones, and the delightful sound of laughter echoing through the air. It’s that time of year when families come together to create cherished memories and escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. If you’re planning a summer vacation and want to include your…
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Father’s Day Activities for Seniors and Their Families
Father’s Day is right around the corner and celebrations are waiting to be planned! Whether your dad is living at home or in a retirement community, there are many ways to show your gratitude for all he’s done over the years. Get the family together and get ready to have fun with these Father’s Day…
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Mother’s Day Activities for Seniors and Their Families
Mother’s Day is quickly approaching and time is running out to find Mom the perfect gift for her special day. Assisted living communities and nursing homes may put limitations on gifts, but there are still plenty of options she’s guaranteed to love. Consider some of these gift ideas for your mom this year. A Beauty…
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Talking With Your Adult Children About Retirement
So you’ve made the big decision to retire and now it’s time to break the news to your adult children. We all handle changes and transitions in different ways, so it’s important to think about what you want to say and how you want to say it to your children. These types of conversations can…
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New Year’s Activities for Seniors
Holidays can be a time of celebration and joy, especially when they are spent together with friends and family. However, as we age the holiday season can become difficult, particularly after losing a loved one or spouse. The New Year represents a new start, a time for rejuvenation and excitement, which can be hard for…
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National Family Caregivers Month: 4 Ways to Celebrate
During the month of November we celebrate National Family Caregivers Month and those who dedicate their lives to supporting and assisting others with declining health or long-term illnesses. Caregivers average 24.4 hours a week providing care to their spouse, loved one, or relative. The demands on caregivers can be difficult, both emotionally and physically, so…
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Halloween Activities for Seniors
As the autumn season continues, Halloween brings the perfect opportunity to make special memories with your loved ones. When it comes to choosing ways to celebrate the spooky day, the list of creative ideas is endless. Our Carespring nursing homes and skilled rehabilitation facilities in Cincinnati, Dayton, and Northern Kentucky love looking for ways to…
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Labor Day Activities for Seniors
As summer comes to an end, Labor Day is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate with family and friends. Not only does this holiday pay homage to all workers in various industries, but it also provides the opportunity to share our experiences with one another. Keep these Labor Day activities for seniors in mind as you…
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Fall Activities for Seniors and Their Families
As summer comes to a close and autumn begins, it’s time to start thinking about ways to enjoy the changing leaves and dropping temperatures. It’s important to keep seniors physically active and mentally engaged during each season! Fall is a great time of year to get involved in some festive cooking, try your hand at…
