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Finding Your Ancestral Heritage: What to Know About At-Home DNA Kits

Whether you got an at-home DNA kit as a holiday gift or you just bought one for yourself, here are some things you need to know before beginning your ancestral...

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National Bath Safety Month: Protect Yourself from Falls in the Bathroom

January is National Bath Safety Month, a time when seniors (and their adult children) can reassess what precautionary measures they take to prevent slips, falls and other...

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Signs That Tell You It’s Time to Discuss Senior Living With Your Loved Ones

Holiday celebrations bring us face to face with the reality of time. As your senior loved ones get older, it becomes more likely that they might need help to continue to live...

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Frequently Asked Questions: Here’s What You Want and Need to Know about Senior Living

Are you ready to take the next step in life and become a resident of a senior living community? We know you have many questions about the process. Here are some answers to the...

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How Seniors Can Cope with Losing a Spouse

Coping with the loss of a spouse is difficult at any age. It’s important to remember that you are not alone. There are ways you can cope, heal, and move forward little by...

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14 Smartphone Apps To Enhance Day-to-Day Lives of Seniors

Today’s seniors are using smartphones to stay connected more than ever. But what apps are they using? From communicating with loved ones and keeping track of your fitness to...

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IL, AL, MC. Skim Through the Alphabet Soup of Senior Care Options

As a senior or an adult child of an older loved one, choosing an Independent Living, Assisted Living or Memory Care community can be challenging. What are the differences? What...

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Going Green: Here’s How Seniors Can Live an Eco-Friendly Lifestyle

When it comes to sustainability, seniors have the power to impact their community and future generations by making a few eco-friendly lifestyle changes. Here are some tips on how...

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Preserving History: How Seniors Can Share Their Stories with the Next Generation

Many seniors get so caught up in their daily routines that they forget to share their stories with their adult children and grandchildren. But every senior has a unique story to...

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