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Care Facilities
January 24th, 2022
Social Isolation in LTC Facilities Detrimental to Health and Well-Being - Take Action to Help Loved Ones Now
The COVID-19 virus crisis is isolating seniors in long-term care facilities. Loneliness adds to health problems and depression. Take steps to reduce the level of loneliness for your older family members as you plan for your future aging.
Health
September 1st, 2023
Build Your Immune System to Stay Healthy
COVID-19 and other health problems can reduce the effectiveness of our immune system. Our immune system is our first line of defense to keep us healthy. There are ways to keep our immune system strong.
Homecare
November 18th, 2022
You May Need a Caregiver Sooner Rather Than Later - Preparation Helps You and Family
The world is aging. In Malaysia, the U.S., Canada, or almost anywhere, families have loved ones who need help with daily activities or supervision due to dementia. You may need care for yourself in the decades ahead. Are you prepared?
February 11th, 2022
Reduce Your Stress with a Dog or Cat Friend
The feeling of being welcomed home every day by a dog or cat is something that many pet owners love. Research shows that pet ownership reduces stress and anxiety. Life is stressful, and stress and anxiety can adversely impact your health.
People
April 22nd, 2026
Are You Old? Depends on How Old You Are
You may be as old as you feel, or as old as you look, or as old as you act. Old is part feelings. However, aging is a reality that can't be ignored because of the tremendous impact on your family and finances.
Care Facilities
January 17th, 2022
Canadian Long-Term Care Advocate Tells of New Crisis in Facilities Due to COVID-19
Ongoing virus crisis is harming residents and staff of long-term care facilities. Staff shortages are placing residents in isolation. Residents tell families they would 'rather die' than live in solitary confinement. Being prepared for the costs and burdens of aging will benefit you and your family in the decades to come.
January 17th, 2022
Olive Oil Linked to Reduced Risk of Dying Early
Are you using olive oil in your cooking? Perhaps you are considering a Mediterranean diet. Research shows that olive oil may help prevent you from dying early. However, aging happens, and maintaining good health as we get older has many benefits.
Care Facilities
January 14th, 2022
Family and Friends Provide Substantial Amounts of Care in Long-Term Care Facilities - Study
Informal caregivers are the backbone of long-term health care, but the job places stress and anxiety on family caregivers. We expect LTC facilities to have adequate staffing, but a study suggests facilities became dependent on informal caregivers as well.
Care Facilities
January 16th, 2023
Current Long-Term Care Facility Survey System Carries the Risk of Producing Sterilized Care
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) conducts surveys of long-term care facilities following the protocols set up to determine whether a facility is following regulations and eligible for recertification. But are these surveys producing 'sterilized care?"
Homecare
February 4th, 2024
Both Parents Have Dementia, Now What? Ways to Cope
When a parent has the onset of dementia, you often take on a caregiver's job. When both parents have dementia, you have double the pressure. There are ways to cope. What if this happens to you and your spouse in the future? Are you prepared?
Health
January 10th, 2022
Researchers Discover How Exercise Can Improve Memory
Most people start getting concerned about memory loss after age 50. The number of people with dementia will increase in the decades ahead unless some treatment or cure is discovered. Meanwhile, planning is vital for your family and finances.
January 9th, 2022
Keeping Clean in the Virus World. Which Items at Home Should Be Cleaned More Often?
Regular cleaning and disinfecting the high-touch surfaces in your home is a crucial precaution to lower the risk of infection, especially today with COVID-19. Where do you start? How do you help older parents?