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How to find intimacy with your loved one with Alzheimer's

Jul 01, 2024 03:30PM ● By Laird Landon, PhD

Discover compassionate advice on coping with the emotional challenges of caregiving and maintaining intimate connections in the face of illness.

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How can we face God with a failed report card?

May 29, 2024 02:56PM ● By Lynn Gendusa

Reflect on living well, not long. And remember, life's value is measured by deeds, not days.

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The most meaningful gift for Father’s Day

May 29, 2024 02:09PM ● By Amy Laundrie

My father showed love subtly through road trips and fishing. When he died, one of my biggest regrets was that we never had a loving moment where we said how much we meant to one another.

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7 practical ways to assist family caregivers when you can’t be there

May 29, 2024 11:53AM ● By Laird Landon, PhD

Learn practical ways to support a caregiver of a parent or loved one with Alzheimer's from a distance.

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A Tale of Two Poets: Honoring our mothers through words on Mother’s Day

Apr 28, 2024 10:51AM ● By Patrick G. Metoyer

Unveiling his mother’s secret passion for writing, a teacher reconnects with his mom’s past, inspired to preserve her legacy.

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7 ways to lose cat allergies and keep your pet

Apr 28, 2024 10:23AM ● By Sara Ferguson

Avoid rehoming your beloved feline with these tips for managing cat allergies.

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10 signs of caregiver burnout and how support groups can help

Apr 28, 2024 09:25AM ● By Angel Hoffman, Alzheimer's Association

Discover local support groups for those caring for loved ones with dementia. Connect, find comfort and gain coping skills from others who understand what you're going through.

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Ambiguous loss: How to cope with grief before death

Apr 28, 2024 09:07AM ● By Laird Landon, Ph.D.

Explore the complex emotions of grieving before a loved one’s passing, and learn how acknowledging this type of grief can help with healing.

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Uniting for Ukraine: Seniors spearhead support for refugee families

Apr 28, 2024 08:51AM ● By Leanne Goebel

Read the powerful stories of two families’ journeys from the perils of war-torn Ukraine to the safety of Montrose and the seniors that helped them get here.

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Small steps and giant memories with Mom

Apr 27, 2024 08:56AM ● By Tom Preble

Explore the presence of “giants” through the eyes of a young boy reflecting on his mother’s profound influence on his life.

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What will you be doing at 3 p.m. this Memorial Day?

Apr 27, 2024 08:27AM ● By Nancy J. Schaaf, RN

Honor and reflect this Memorial Day: Celebrate with picnics and parades, but also pause at 3 p.m. for a moment of silence to remember those who sacrificed for our freedom.

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Top apps and smart devices that make habits stick

Apr 03, 2024 02:24PM ● By Cloie Sandlin

Technology can help form lasting habits with apps and smart devices that use gamification to make self-improvement fun and rewarding.

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Spring into fun: 14 outdoor activities to enjoy with grandkids

Apr 03, 2024 10:55AM ● By Kimberly Blaker

Embrace spring with grandkids through gardening, park visits, kite flying and more. Enjoy fresh air and create lasting memories with fun, family-friendly activities.

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Kitten season calls for caregivers: How to choose your purrfect foster

Apr 03, 2024 10:32AM ● By Jenna Kretschman

Help shelters in kitten season by fostering! Open your home to kittens or adult cats and provide care with no cost. Find your purrfect match at these local shelters.

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Effective strategies for managing obesity after 60

Apr 03, 2024 09:41AM ● By Courtesy of the National Council on Aging

Explore strategies for seniors to manage obesity and achieve a healthy weight. Learn about the impact of obesity on health and available treatments for older adults.

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