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February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration Awareness Month. While vision already lost cannot be restored, this common cause of legal blindness luckily can be slowed with a combination of diet and lifestyle changes. Learn how you can help your loved one.
The MIND diet combines healthy, whole foods to support cognitive wellness. Focus on helping your aging loved one incorporate a wide range of choices such as greens, grains, and berries, while cutting back on processed foods. Small daily changes can make a lasting difference.
Trips to the ER are generally stressful by nature, but they can be made less so with some preparation. Learn what to have ready for the next time your loved one needs emergency care.
As we near the end of the year, it’s a natural time to reflect on the big picture. Older adults have a lot to teach us about life. If you’re searching for some perspective, check out The Legacy Project, which spent many years compiling practical tips from wise elders.
Our feet and toes change as we age, and those small changes can lead to big issues with balance, comfort, and mobility. Keep an eye on your aging loved one’s feet and don’t ignore signs such as pain, swelling, or thickened nails.
Of the millions of Americans caring for aging loved ones, 61% also have jobs. If you are one of them, you know just how hard it is to stay on top of everything, not to mention find time for yourself, too.
Many family caregivers feel they had no choice about taking on primary responsibilities for a parent’s care. Learn tips for reducing family conflict … and your own resentments!
If there’s an aging loved one with dementia in your life but you don’t live nearby, you may be feeling some combination of guilt, concern, and helplessness. Building a local team is one of the most important things you can do.