Senior Care

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Health & Wellness Senior Care

Honoring a Loved One: How To Have a Tasteful Funeral

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Pittsburgh Healthcare Report

Putting together a funeral is a taxing experience. Learn how to honor the memory of your loved one and create a tasteful, respectful service for them.

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Senior Care

A Simple Nighttime Routine for Denture Wearers

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Pittsburgh Healthcare Report

Protect your dentures and oral health with a simple nighttime routine. Discover tips to keep your smile confident and get expert advice tailored to your needs.

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Senior Care

Mistakes To Avoid When Your Parents Start Getting Older

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Pittsburgh Healthcare Report

As your parents age, you'll likely become responsible for their well-being. This post explores mistakes to avoid when your parents start getting older.

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Senior Care

Living strong: how women may maintain bone health and prevent falls

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Dr. Chris Kleather

As we grow older, women – and men – begin losing bone density and mass, which may make us more ...

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Health & Wellness Senior Care

Easy Ways To Make Your Wheelchair More Comfortable

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Pittsburgh Healthcare Report

Sitting in a wheelchair for long periods can be uncomfortable on your legs, hips, and back. Discover what you need to make a wheelchair more comfortable.

An older adult sits on the edge of their bed with one hand on a walker. A caregiver holds the individual's other hand.
Senior Care

How Caregivers of Older Adults Can Prevent Falls From Bed

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Pittsburgh Healthcare Report

Enhancing bed safety for older adults prevents injuries and improves everyone’s peace of mind. Explore tips for bed height, bed rails, and nonslip mats.

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Senior Care

What Equipment Your Community Center Should Have

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Pittsburgh Healthcare Report

A community center should have a wide variety of equipment that benefits the town. Here’s what beneficial equipment your community center should have.

Tips for Preparing Your Senior Parent for Surgery
Senior Care

Tips for Preparing Your Senior Parent for Surgery

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Pittsburgh Healthcare Report

Preparing for surgery can be scary at any age, but it can be especially difficult for seniors. Use these tips to help your senior parent navigate this process.

Adaptive Vehicle Equipment That Will Make Your Life Easier
Senior Care

Adaptive Vehicle Equipment That Will Make Your Life Easier

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Pittsburgh Healthcare Report

Mobility issues can have a significant impact on your life. With this adaptive equipment, you can get around on your own in safety and comfort.

Positive Qualities To Look For in a Nursing Home
Senior Care

Positive Qualities To Look For in a Nursing Home

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Pittsburgh Healthcare Report

While moving a loved one into a nursing home is an emotional decision, choosing the right facility can turn the process into a positive occasion.

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