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7 Myths About Long Term Care

Thinking about how a potential need for long-term care may impact your future plans and loved ones? These long term myths may prevent you from taking action.

January 18, 2023

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Best Reacher-Grabber Tools of 2023

With so many different types of reacher-grabber tools on the market today, finding a good is not always easy. Here are some top-rated products to consider.

January 18, 2023

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Checklist of What to Do When a Loved One Dies

Here’s a list of things you can prepare for and do when a loved one dies that can help keep a sad event from becoming even more difficult.

December 27, 2022

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Adaptive Clothing Takes the Stress Out of Dressing

Adaptive clothing incorporates discreet design features to make dressing and undressing easier, while still having the outward appearance of typical clothing.

December 17, 2022

Holiday Gifts for People with Alzheimer’s and Their Caregivers

Finding the right gifts for people with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers can be challenging. Here’s the Alzheimer’s Association’s holiday gift guide.

December 15, 2022

Beloved Culver Horse Donated for Therapy Program

Patton is 17 hands tall, weighing about 1,700 lbs. Culver Academies donated him to Holistic Riding Equine Therapy, where he will easily carry large students.

December 1, 2022

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Daily Money Managers Can Help with Financial Chores

Daily money managers (or DMMs) are financial-savvy professionals who can help elders having difficulty managing their own day-to-day personal financial affairs.

November 11, 2022