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Yoga: A Senior’s Ticket to Maintaining Good Health
Seniors today are more health conscious than ever. They know that staying active and flexible can keep them moving much...
Read MoreTips to Help Seniors Quit Smoking
A recent 2013 Senior Report found that 7.6% of Illinois seniors, age 65 and above, smoke on a regular basis. We all...
Read MoreWhat Caregivers Should Know About Medical Devices
Caregivers help people with all kinds of health challenges. Many of them end up caring for seniors who develop mobility...
Read MoreBenefits of Hiring a Geriatric Care Manager: Interview with Julie Fohrman, Founder and Director of North Shore Geriatric Care Management
It’s no secret that deciding on quality care for an elderly loved one can be an overwhelming prospect for any...
Read MoreFreedom Home Care Brings a Holistic Approach to New Wellness Center at the Lodge of Northbrook
Freedom Home Care is pleased to announce their partnership with the Lodge of Northbrook, a new upscale independent living facility...
Read MoreWhy Cats Improve Health in Seniors
Although many seniors think of dogs as the ideal pet, perhaps getting a cat would be a better idea. As...
Read MoreWhen Should Seniors Give Up the Keys?
Balancing independence and safety can be difficult, especially when it comes to a senior’s driving ability. Illinois is one of...
Read MoreModern Times Give Seniors More Choices
Years ago, a senior would live at home until she was unable to care for herself or her house became...
Read MoreIllinois Senior Health Ranks Surprisingly Well After Evaluation
The results are in! The United Health Foundation has evaluated each state for how it fares with senior health. So...
Read MoreThe Dangers of Acetaminophen for Seniors
What’s the most widely used medication in the United States? I’ll give you a hint: it’s a pain killer for...
Read MoreHow to Preserve Eye Sight in Seniors
One-third of Americans have some sort of vision-impairing eye disease by the age of 65. And many don’t even know...
Read MoreHow to Choose the Best Doctor for You
A good relationship with your doctor is essential. The difference between a bad doctor and a great doctor could be...
Read MoreGet Screened for Heart Damaging Conditions
Nearly 800,000 Americans die each year from heart disease. This is nearly 30 percent of all deaths. And it is...
Read MoreDogs Monitor Owners’ Blood Sugar
Dogs have long been used to help the blind, the physical and psychological disabled, the hearing impaired, and even the...
Read MoreCould Washing Your Hands Cause Alzheimer’s Disease?
Could Alzheimer’s disease be so prevalent in the United States because of our good hygiene? Some scientists think so. The...
Read MoreThe Dementia-Fighting Secrets of the Mediterranean Diet
We know that eating healthy foods can help our bodies stay strong through old age, but are we eating the...
Read MoreBroccoli Boasts Big Benefits
Not only is broccoli delicious in everything from soups to side dishes, it is incredibly healthy for you too. Packed...
Read MoreReasons Why Seniors May Not Be Suited for a Dog
Many seniors love having a dog in their house. The pups are friends and companions. They can lower our blood...
Read MoreHormone Therapy Can Prevent Disease for the Elderly: Interview with Dr. Cheryl Perlis, M.D.
In a recent interview with Dr. Cheryl Perlis, M.D., we learned a lot about the benefits of hormone therapy and...
Read MoreStart Planning Now To Avoid the Worst
No one likes planning for the future. It’s tedious, frustrating, and forces us to think about things that we perhaps...
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