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Depression and anxiety aren’t normal parts of aging. In fact, they can be caused by very specific events, and it should not be taken lightly if you or someone you love is experiencing a mental health decline. It’s a medical condition that needs to be treated and often can be…
Pain is a part of life, but it doesn’t have to control it. Pain management is one of the most important aspects of health and wellbeing, especially as we age. For seniors, traditional pain management solutions like prescription medications often come with unwanted side effects. Fortunately, there are many alternative…
Growing older certainly may come with its perks! You probably have more free time to spend on the things you were too busy with before, whether spending time with your loved ones or throwing yourself into time-consuming hobbies. It’s easy to get caught up in your new-found freedom and carefree…
The moment of retirement is not only the beginning of a new stage of life where the person will be able to enjoy their time the way they want but also a celebration of the hard work they have put in throughout their life. That is why these people, who…
Every person will wonder about their family history at some point in their life. Too often, there’s either no one to ask, or not many physical reminders left from the past. Check out these tips and tricks for preserving your family history so future generations will always know their roots….
Nearly half of the people who are diagnosed with anxiety also suffer from depression or vice versa. This is because people with a primary mental ailment can worsen the symptoms and make recovery difficult, making it essential for both disorders to be treated simultaneously. It is estimated that about 20%…
If you’re thinking of spending your winters in a warmer climate, you’re not alone. Every year, thousands of people flock south to escape the cold. But if you’ve never been a snowbird before, what should you expect? Here are our top tips for first time snowbirds. Find out what kind…
If you are going towards retirement age, you should think about having a future plan. Some things that come to mind are whether you should move across the country or stay in your hometown. In recent times, condos are becoming more and more popular for retirees. But, are condos a…
Many family caregivers can find themselves feeling stressed when they are taking care of a loved one with late-stage Alzheimer’s disease or other type of dementia. It can be difficult to know what to expect during advanced stages of the disease, and family members may feel like they are not…