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Dealing with a Diagnosis of Dementia

January 20, 2017 —   According to Alzheimer’s Disease International, each year, nearly 10 million people across the globe receive a diagnosis of dementia. These people and their loved ones are suddenly faced with an uncertain future. Knowing how to prepare for such a diagnosis can seem overwhelming and you may not know where to turn for help. One... Read More

Is Losing Weight One of Your New Year’s Resolutions? Here’s Some Motivation.

January 5, 2017 —   According to Statistic Brain, the #1 resolution for most people is to lose weight. If you’re one of the millions of people trying to lose weight his year, congratulations! Losing weight can go a long way in improving your overall health and well-being. Your risk for many diseases will drop According to the National... Read More

Let the New Year be the Catalyst for Looking on the Bright Side of Life

December 20, 2016 —   While many people view the tradition of making resolutions at the start of a new year as a waste of time (according to Statistic Brain, only 8 percent of people are fully successful in achieving their New Year’s goals), milestones of any type, including birthdays and anniversaries, can be a good time to take... Read More

Creating a Joyous Holiday in the Midst of Alzheimer’s

December 5, 2016 —   The holidays are times when we enjoy traditions and reminisce about our most memorable celebrations. For those who are caring for someone living with Alzheimer’s, the holidays can be challenging, as loved ones may no longer appreciate the season as they once did. Add in the normal hustle and bustle of the holidays and... Read More

Maintaining Proper Nutrition as We Age

November 21, 2016 —   The holidays are upon us and now is an excellent time to take a look maintaining proper nutrition. While the temptation of pumpkin pies, sugar cookies and sugar plums dance in our heads, it’s always a good idea to ensure we’re getting the nutrients we need, particularly as we grow older. Here are just... Read More

Pets Provide Amazing Health Benefits

November 7, 2016 —   Anyone who owns a pet can tell you about their animal’s ability to provide joy, lift one out of a funk and even create a purpose in life. But science is now beginning to take a hard look at what this bond means for human health and well-being. Research has shown that when humans... Read More

Living Well with a Chronic Illness

October 20, 2016 —   According to the Centers for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC), almost half of all adults have a chronic disease or condition. These include heart disease, cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, arthritis, and even obesity. Many people live with more than one chronic condition. The good news is that many of these conditions can be improved... Read More