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What Type of In-Home Caregiver Do You Need?
February 05, 2025 Caregiving | Life Planning
You know your aging loved one needs some help to ensure their well-being at home, but where do you turn, and who do you call? What kind of service is available to help? Read on for more information about how to determine what kind of caregiving service you might need.
A female Right at Home caregiver is helping a senior female client make a pie in a kitchen A female Right at Home caregiver is helping a senior female client make a pie in a kitchen

Living Well at Home With Cancer: Guidance for Older Adults
February 04, 2025 Health & Safety | Life Planning | Family & Loved Ones
Hearing a cancer diagnosis can be alarming. Wondering how you’ll manage the treatment while dealing with other chronic conditions can be overwhelming as an older adult. Here are practical strategies for living well at home with cancer.
A senior man wearing an oxygen tube, sitting outside A senior man wearing an oxygen tube, sitting outside

Living Alone With Depression: Understanding and Supporting Seniors
January 30, 2025 Technology | Health & Safety | Life Planning
Older adults who live alone and feel socially isolated are at increased risk for depression. They are also more likely to suffer from poor physical health. Here are treatment strategies for depression in seniors.
A senior male client sitting on the edge of a bed alone A senior male client sitting on the edge of a bed alone

How To Understand and Support Seniors Who Grieve
January 27, 2025 Family & Loved Ones | Life Planning
Losing independence and mobility can be challenging enough for seniors. However, losing a loved one can be even more difficult to overcome. Here are strategies for helping seniors cope while respecting their grief journey.
A photo of a senior male with a look of concern on his face and hand near mouth in front of a gray background A photo of a senior male with a look of concern on his face and hand near mouth in front of a gray background

How To Deal With a Serious Health Diagnosis
January 23, 2025 Life Planning | Family & Loved Ones
You hear the words, but all you can feel is disbelief. You’ve received a serious health diagnosis. What do you do now? These tips will help you deal with your immediate emotions and set a course to continue living a meaningful and fulfilling life.
A senior male sitting in a wheelchair with his adult daughter talking to a female Right at Home RN performing an assessment A senior male sitting in a wheelchair with his adult daughter talking to a female Right at Home RN performing an assessment

Understanding the Latest in Medicare for 2025
January 21, 2025 Life Planning | Alzheimer's & Dementia Care Support
If you are an adult nearing age 65, understanding the ins and outs of Medicare is essential. Here is information to get you started and what is important to know for 2025.
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Improve Your Mood With Food
January 15, 2025 Health & Safety
What you eat directly impacts your brain and mood. Choosing the right foods can support a healthier brain and a happier mood. Here are tips on what to look for.
A senior male sitting in a wheelchair with his adult daughter talking to a female Right at Home RN performing an assessment A senior male sitting in a wheelchair with his adult daughter talking to a female Right at Home RN performing an assessment

Does Long-Term Care Insurance Pay for In-Home Care?
January 13, 2025 Life Planning
For older adults, paying for care in a senior living community or hiring help at home is an important consideration when planning for retirement. If you are thinking about purchasing a long-term care insurance policy as part of your retirement, it is essential to know its details. Here is what to look for.
A female Right at Home caregiver looks on as a senior female client is facetime chatting with her family on a tablet A female Right at Home caregiver looks on as a senior female client is facetime chatting with her family on a tablet

Family Caregiving From Afar: Practical Advice and Tips
January 06, 2025 Caregiving | Family & Loved Ones
Being a long-distance caregiver isn’t easy, but it can be done. These practical tips will help you plan for how to be involved in ensuring the well-being of your aging loved one.
Senior female standing outside looking off into the distance with a cactus and other natural southwestern plants unfocused in the background Senior female standing outside looking off into the distance with a cactus and other natural southwestern plants unfocused in the background

Easing Senior Isolation After the Winter Holidays
December 30, 2024 Health & Safety
After the decorations are put away and the holiday gatherings are over, it’s understandable for an older adult to feel lonely and isolated. Here are ways seniors can help reduce their social isolation.
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