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Local Program Arms Families with Tools to Protect Senior Loved Ones from Scams

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Local senior care experts are urging Allegheny and Washington County families to be alert for scammers who may be targeting ...

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8 Memory-Sharing Activities for Someone with Alzheimer’s

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“Remember that time when…” Uncle Bob began, launching into a story that soon had everyone smiling and laughing. “At Dad’s ...

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Alzheimer’s Conversation Tips

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Capturing and leveraging memories that trigger an emotional response can effectively help manage the behaviors of someone with Alzheimer’s or ...

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Toll of Caregiving is Widespread

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Asking for help when the burden of caring for a loved one gets to be too much isn’t a sign ...

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Walking Reduces Anxiety in Older Women

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A recent study says a brisk walk can reduce a variety of psychological symptoms such as anxiety, stress and depression.  ...

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Free Alzheimer’s Training Now Available To Local Family Caregivers

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The local Home Instead Senior Care® offices are offering a unique approach to help area families in the Greater Pittsburgh area ...

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Recommended Foods that Aid Senior Recovery

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We all know that getting proper nutrition and staying hydrated are the keys to leading a healthy life. But what ...

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Diabetes Drugs, Blood Thinners Are Leading Cause of Adverse Medication Events

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There are nearly 100,000 emergency hospitalizations each year for adverse drug events that involve U.S. senior citizens, according to a ...

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Helping Seniors Live Longer

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Just a century ago, you could expect to live until age 50. That’s it. It was “end of the road,” ...

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Global Links Provides Unique Volunteering Opportunities for Youth

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By Kathleen Ganster Young folks today are pretty savvy when it comes to other cultures and other environments. Many want ...