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Celebrate age at BeaconFest on April 18

Apr 02, 2024 10:11PM

Join us from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. for our area’s funnest celebration for seniors and baby boomers! Live music, tasty food, educational seminars and admission—all for FREE!

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How to find purpose after placing a loved one in professional care

Feb 22, 2024 03:16PM ● By Laird Landon, PhD

Transitioning a loved one to professional care is a tough decision for caregivers. However, this shift also opens up new opportunities to re-discover your purpose.

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When inheritance tears siblings apart

Jan 29, 2024 10:06AM ● By Laird Landon, PhD

Get helpful advice on navigating grief and family disputes due to unexpected will changes after a parent's passing in this month's caregiver column.

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Life at Cappella: a new level of assisted living

Jan 03, 2024 11:56AM ● By Tabatha Stewart

Cappella of Grand Junction provides its residents with a comfortable, safe environment where they can thrive and live independently while enjoying life-enriching activities.

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Knotted emotions: navigate grief your own way

Jan 02, 2024 03:10PM ● By Laird Landon

Explore advice for navigating the complex emotions that may arise for caregivers while witnessing the gradual loss of a cherished shared activity, such as crocheting with an aging parent.

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Dementia and Christmas: should we just skip the whole thing?

Nov 22, 2023 11:16AM ● By Laird Landon

Learn how to balance tradition and compassion while caring for loved ones battling dementia.

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5 things to check during Medicare open enrollment

Oct 31, 2023 02:35PM ● By National Council on Aging

Medicare’s Open Enrollment Period starts October 15 and goes through December 7 every year. Make sure your coverage still meets your needs with these 5 checks.

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When to consider hospice care and the costs of delaying it

Oct 30, 2023 12:56PM ● By Laird Landon

It can be hard to admit when a loved one needs hospice, but delaying the transition can increase costs and reduces quality of life.

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Unlocking meaningful moments at Aspen Ridge Special Care Center

Oct 04, 2023 02:17PM ● By Heidi Pool

Discover extraordinary care with staff getting to know each resident on a personal level and ensuring your loved one receives the individualized care they deserve.

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Palliative Care vs. Hospice: What's the difference?

Sep 29, 2023 10:33PM ● By Laird Landon, PhD

Learn how both hospice services and palliative care offer support and comfort during different stages of illness.

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Advocacy tips for family caregivers

Aug 25, 2023 10:12AM ● By Laird Landon

You are vital to your loved one’s care, even when they’re being cared for by someone else in a facility

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Caregiver: "It's not funny anymore"

Jul 24, 2023 03:00PM ● By Laird Landon

My husband was a professional comedian on the club circuit. He recites his routines to me or anyone within earshot. We are losing friends because of this and I am left with nonstop 20-year-old jokes and a difficult caregiving job.

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