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Welcome Home Senior
- Nov 4, 2021
- 3 min
How to Help Your Senior Parents Downsize Before Their Move
Helping your aging parent move into a senior living community? Here are a few downsizing tips to ease the process.
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Welcome Home Senior
- Oct 22, 2021
- 4 min
A Checklist for Moving Your Parents to a Senior Living Community
If you're moving your parents to a senior living community, here's a helpful checklist and timeline to ease the transition.
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Welcome Home Senior
- Sep 20, 2021
- 3 min
7 Ways to Practice Self-Care as a Caregiver
Here are seven methods of self-care to practice as a senior caregiver so you don't burn out.
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Welcome Home Senior
- Aug 30, 2021
- 3 min
5 Simple Ways to Stay Active in Assisted Living
Staying active is an important part of a senior’s overall health. Here’s how seniors can keep moving as assisted living residents.
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Welcome Home Senior
- Aug 10, 2021
- 3 min
Which Senior Living Option Is Right for Your Loved One?
Looking into senior living options for your loved one? Here are the different types and how to assess your loved one’s needs.
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Welcome Home Senior
- Jul 6, 2021
- 3 min
What Is Sundown Syndrome?
Sundown Syndrome is a neurological phenomenon that can trigger confusing actions and emotions as the day shifts to night.
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Welcome Home Senior
- Jun 25, 2021
- 3 min
How to Help Seniors Stay Safe in the Heat
Excessive heat poses health and safety risks, especially for older adults. Here’s how to help seniors stay safe in the heat.
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Welcome Home Senior
- Jun 3, 2021
- 3 min
Anxiety in Seniors: How to Support Your Loved Ones
Anxiety can be common among seniors. Here’s how to support your aging loved ones if they’re experiencing mental health struggles.
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Welcome Home Senior
- May 21, 2021
- 3 min
Why You Should Move Your Loved One to a Senior Living Community Before Hurricane Season
If you’re concerned about your aging parent’s safety during Florida’s hurricane season, consider moving them to a senior living community.
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Welcome Home Senior
- May 4, 2021
- 3 min
How to Recognize Dementia in Seniors
Concerned about your aging loved one’s mental condition? Here’s how to identify dementia in seniors.
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Welcome Home Senior
- Apr 19, 2021
- 3 min
How to Ease Vaccinated Seniors Back Into the World
Even with a COVID-19 vaccination, seniors may not feel comfortable reintegrating back into the world. Here are five ways to support them.
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Welcome Home Senior
- Apr 5, 2021
- 3 min
How Does Long-Term Care Insurance Help Pay for Senior Living?
If you’re wondering how to cover the costs of your aging parent’s senior living expenses, long-term care insurance may be able to help.
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Welcome Home Senior
- Mar 26, 2021
- 3 min
Seniors and the COVID-19 Vaccine: How to Register and What Vaccinated Seniors Can Do
Here's what you need to know about registering for a vaccine appointment in Florida, and what you can do once you’ve been vaccinated.
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Faith Bandklayder
- Mar 4, 2021
- 3 min
How to Recognize Seasonal Affective Disorder in Seniors
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) can negatively affect seniors in the winter . Learn how to monitor and treat SAD in your aging loved one.
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Faith Bandklayder
- Feb 22, 2021
- 3 min
Talking to Your Aging Loved Ones About the COVID-19 Vaccine
If an aging loved one is hesitant about taking the COVID-19 vaccine, here are some respectful and productive ways to discuss it with them.
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Faith Bandklayder
- Feb 5, 2021
- 2 min
How Are Senior Living Communities Preparing for the Flu Season in the COVID-19 Era?
With an ongoing pandemic, this flu season could pose extra risks to seniors. Here's what communities are doing to protect their residents.
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Faith Bandklayder
- Jan 22, 2021
- 3 min
How Can I Afford an Assisted Living Facility for My Parent?
Covering your loved one’s assisted living expenses can be stressful. Here’s what you need to know to make the best decision for your family.
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Faith Bandklayder
- Jan 5, 2021
- 3 min
Helping Your Loved One Combat Loneliness in a Senior Living Facility
Loneliness and social isolation are common among seniors, especially during COVID-19. Here's how to help your loved one feel more connected.
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Faith Bandklayder
- Dec 21, 2020
- 3 min
6 Simple, Last-Minute Ways to Bring Holiday Cheer to Loved Ones in Senior Living
If your loved one is in a senior living community, here are some simple, last-minute ideas to help them celebrate the holiday season.
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