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What Is a Capsule Wardrobe and How Do You Build One?
If you’re stuck in the fashion doldrums, it may be time to consider a capsule wardrobe that helps you buy less, enjoy your clothing more and be more thoughtful about the clothing choices you make.
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Use the Prompting Technique With Loved Ones With Dementia
A technique known as prompting can help foster a more successful partnership with your loved one with dementia. It can also help you and your loved one communicate better and work together more smoothly.
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Why Osteoporosis Can Be Dangerous for Older Adults
There's more hope on the horizon for managing osteoporosis, a disease that often stops seniors in their tracks if they fracture a bone after falling.
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7 Common Misconceptions about Alzheimer’s Disease
If you or a loved one has recently received a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s, or you are noticing symptoms and suspect Alzheimer’s or dementia may be the cause, this list of common misconceptions may help you better understand the disease.
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Tips for Having a Great Estate Sale
Downsizing your home can be a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be. One way to pare down your belongings is to have an estate sale.
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Our Residents Get Creative
Brookdale Remington Park residents try their hand at flower arranging, tie-dye and more.
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How to Include People With Dementia in Family Celebrations
While it’s wonderful to go out of your way to include a grandparent with a dementia diagnosis in the lives of your kids, it’s important to go about it in an intelligent way.
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How-To Tips for Having a Conversation About Senior Living
Conversations with aging parents about senior living can be complicated. Here are a few coaching tips.
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Incontinence Is Hard to Talk About but Often Easy to Treat
t’s a common condition that’s very treatable and it is also one that can cause a lot of emotional pain. I'm talking about urinary incontinence—something that many people choose to keep to themselves because they feel embarrassed.
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Worried About Mom's Health? How to Talk to the Family About It
If it’s been a while since you’ve seen a senior parent, it might surprise you to see changes in them that you haven’t noticed before. A scheduled meeting with a pre-approved agenda can help families gather their thoughts and concerns as well as offer solutions.
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You Can Get a COVID-19 Booster and a Flu Shot At Once—Plus Other Booster Qs
You’ve probably heard a lot of discussion in the news about a booster for the COVID-19 vaccine. The information is changing rapidly, but for now, here are some things you should know about the booster and its role in helping to prevent serious illness from COVID-19.
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Tips for Selling Your Stuff Online
Most of us have items around the house that we’re ready to part with. Whether you’re downsizing or simply on a decluttering spree, selling these unwanted things can be a great way to free up space and make a little extra cash.
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Dementia and Friendships: 4 Tips for Maintaining a Relationship
A person living with dementia is still your friend. They're the same person you’ve shared laughs and experiences with. Now that they have a dementia diagnosis you might hear them repeat a story, or forget a detail, and it might be harder for them to focus in certain situations, but you can still enjoy spending time with them.
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The Art of the Power Nap
A quick nap can benefit your brain. But before you hit the hay during the day, there are a few things to consider. Not all naps are created equal, but there are ways you can help optimize your naptime.
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4 Tips to Help Prevent Medication Complications
The effects of taking multiple medications to manage co-existing health problems is called polypharmacy. Medication side effects and interactions can cause deadly harm, and seniors are especially at risk.
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