New LifeStyles Senior Living & Care Blog

We know that it can be tough, finding care for a loved one, or taking care of them yourself. So we offer our end users a blog with information on care giving, choosing a community, senior living and care news and just for fun!

Mobile Dentistry Benefits for an Aging Community

by: Dr. Greg Grillo (dentably.com) A mobile dentist is a dentist who provides access to in-home dental care to someone who may otherwise not be able to visit a dental office. A dentist may have a mobile dental clinic of their own or it may be a service offered at…

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The New Normal, Saying Goodbye, & the Elderly Mobility Scale

The New Normal Versus A New Beginning Saying Goodbye: How a CCRC Helps Residents Grieving the Loss of a Spouse Elderly Mobility Scale: What Is It and How Is It Used?

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5 Ways for Caregivers to Avoid Guilt

by: Nicole Hanna, Executive Director, Vineyard Henderson Bio: With over 20 years of leadership experience with an expansive skill set in dementia education, training and support, long-term care, nursing, senior fitness and rehabilitation, Nicole brings expertise in operational efficiencies and leadership development, while prioritizing the quality care and happiness of…

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Tips for Living with Dementia, CCRC Finances, Congnitive Assessments, Caregivers Book Club, & Aging in Place

Living with Dementia – 51 Tips to Help You With Daily Living The Intersection of CCRC Finances & Occupancy Results Cognitive assessments lacking, but caregivers can help Aging in Place: A Real Choice

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Staying in your Home vs Moving, Long Distance Caregiving, Grocery Shopping Help, & Delaying Dementia

Crunch the Numbers: Staying in Your Home vs. Moving to a CCRC Long Distance Caregiving: Assessing Needs Grocery Shopping for Elderly Adults: A Senior Shopping Service You May Need New Study Explores How Active Lifestyles Could Delay Onset Of Dementia

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Medication Education: Keeping Your Loved One’s Home Safe

For years, public health and law enforcement officials have spoken about the dangers of illegal drug use. Most Americans are warned about these by the time they reach elementary school. However, recent concerns about the rising levels of opioid abuse and the misuse of other medications make it clear that…

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Medication Management Tips for Seniors and Their Caregivers

by: James Fleming If your aging parent is one of the 80 percent of older adults in the U.S. with a chronic illness, chances are you’re no stranger to a daily medication regimen. Ordering, refilling, organizing, and administering medicine is oftentimes one of the most important jobs a caregiver will do. The…

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Hobbies, Living Well, Getting Organized & Financial Caregiving

Click below to read some helpful articles published this week: Hobbies for Seniors Living well as we age Helping a Senior Get Organized Financial Caregiving

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A Cheapskate’s Guide, Caregiver Wishes and Furry Friends

The Cheapskate’s Guide to Retirement

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Senior Living & Caregiving Links of the Week

How to care for a parent who couldn’t care for you Fall prevention strategies lower hospitalizations among older adults: study What Is the Difference Between Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease? How can aging in place impact your family? Finding Money, Resources & Programs that Can Help with Caregiving

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