Category Archives: Family

5 Things to Consider to Help Your Senior Loved One Age in Place

If you have a senior loved one in your life who’d like to age in place—in other words, remain in their home as they get older—you’re not alone. There’s a comfort to staying in one’s home, and it’s no secret that the cost of assisted living and independent living facilities is expensive. The best approach…
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Here’s How Random Acts of Kindness Can Help the Senior in Your Life

If you’ve ever heard the phrase “practice random acts of kindness,” then maybe you’ve taken the initiative to follow this advice. By doing kind, unexpected acts for others, you may inspire others to go on and do kind things for someone else. Plus, there’s an emotional boost when you do something nice for someone else.…
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What Is a Long-Term Care Ombudsman?

Have you ever heard of a long-term care ombudsman? If you have any loved ones living in care facilities, including nursing homes, it’s a good idea to learn more about what a long-term care ombudsman does and how they help to provide better care. Under the federal Older American Act, long-term care ombudsman programs help…
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6 Ways to Protect Your Senior Loved One Against Elderly Abuse

Nearly 1 in 10 adults aged 60 or over have experienced some type of abuse, according to the National Council on Aging (NCOA). About 5 million seniors in the U.S. are abused each year, the NCOA reports.  Elder abuse isn’t just limited to stealing money from an unsuspecting senior. It also can be physical abuse,…
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