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December 11, 2019  |  By Kateri Swavely-Verenna  |  In arts, Process of Aging, Quality of Life, Senior Care Advice

Art Classes for Elderly Adults

Communication is an integral part of being human. We communicate with our family, friends, co-workers, neighbors – basically every person we meet. It is an important part of self-expression. But as we age, communication becomes more difficult. Perhaps, as friends and relatives age and pass away, we feel there is no one to communicate with […]

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November 19, 2019  |  By Kateri Swavely-Verenna  |  In Aging in Place as a Family, Senior Care Advice

Bill Paying Services for Seniors

No one likes to think about bills. While they are a fact of life, there are ways to make them less painful – or at least ways that allow you to think about that pain as little as possible. With technology these days, most bills can be set up to be automatically withdrawn from a […]

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November 5, 2019  |  By Kateri Swavely-Verenna  |  In Senior Care Advice

Expats With Elderly Parents: Working Abroad Away From Family

With advancements in travel and technology, the world seems to grow smaller every day. Traveling becomes easier and less expensive all the time. As a result, more and more adults are working abroad away from family. Living and working abroad can be a wonderful, exciting experience, but just like any other major life change, it […]

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October 17, 2019  |  By Kateri Swavely-Verenna  |  In Quality of Life, Senior Care Advice

Benefits of Massage Therapy for Elderly Adults

Massage has changed quite a bit as it has grown in popularity over the past few decades. No longer just Swedish massages, massage therapists now use a variety of techniques, including things like hot stones and stretching, to tailor a massage to meet the needs of each individual client. As massage techniques have developed, so […]

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October 8, 2019  |  By Kateri Swavely-Verenna  |  In Exercise, Health & Wellness

How to Motivate the Elderly to Exercise

Feeling motivated to exercise can be a challenge for any age group. It is easy to find any excuse to do something – anything – other than exercise. This is especially true for the elderly, who may find exercising intimidating, don’t know where to start, or don’t feel there are any exercises they can do. […]

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September 26, 2019  |  By Kateri Swavely-Verenna  |  In Depression & Mental Health, Quality of Life

What is Pet Therapy for the Elderly?

A furry friend to cuddle and play with can sometimes feel like the cure for any illness. A wagging tail greeting you when you walk through the door or the calming purrs of a contented cat on your lap can be just what you need after a long day. The loyalty and companionship of a […]

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September 12, 2019  |  By Kateri Swavely-Verenna  |  In Gardening, Quality of Life

Gardening Services for the Elderly

Gardening is a wonderful pastime at any age. Gardening helps you get outside and connect with nature, and can have several positive impacts on mental health. Gardening allows any person, at any age, the ability to be a nurturer and connect with other living things. It can also help you relax and stay in the […]

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August 27, 2019  |  By Kateri Swavely-Verenna  |  In Depression & Mental Health, Quality of Life

Why Do We Lose Interest in Things as We Age?

As our family, friends, and loved ones age, there may be times when it seems they have lost all interest in life. They may complain all their own friends and loved ones have passed away and they are lonely. They may focus on the activities they are no longer able to do and feel incomplete […]

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August 13, 2019  |  By Kateri Swavely-Verenna  |  In Elder Abuse & Scams

What to Do if Your Elderly Parent is Being Scammed

An estimated five million people fall victim to financial scams every year. Due to the prevalent belief that older adults have large sums of saved money sitting in their bank accounts, the senior population is often targeted in these scams. Scammers who target the elderly know how to be convincing. They understand seniors might not […]

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August 1, 2019  |  By Kateri Swavely-Verenna  |  In Health & Wellness, Senior Care Advice

The Elderly and Heat Intolerance

Summer Heat and the Elderly Summer arrived with a vengeance this past week on the east coast, as well as other parts of the country, bringing heat waves and astonishingly high humidity. While coping with this extreme heat is not fun for anyone, it is particularly dangerous for the elderly. The elderly are much more […]

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