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The holidays are here! Christmas, Hanukkah and New Years are right around the corner, so it’s time to start thinking about how you’re going to let the special people in your life know you love them this year! Often, it is a good idea to start your holiday gift list for friends and family with […]

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When family is gathered for the holidays, there can be every emotion from joy to frustration, excitement to relaxation, but the holidays can also provide a great opportunity to have important conversations with the whole family. To help you navigate the waters of “family meetings” we have put together a “Holiday Family Meeting Guide” that […]

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Chilly weather often keeps you indoors during the winter, especially when you are caring for an aging loved one. This year, instead of letting ‘cabin fever’ settle in, consider getting everyone in the family to do some fun winter activities, whether inside or outside! Find out what gets your family excited and involved – maybe […]

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Can we be honest for a minute? Some parts of the holidays are wonderful… but we’d be kidding ourselves if we didn’t admit that other parts can be a little stressful. Being surrounded by loved ones can provide comfort, peace and wonderful holiday energy, but can also bring with it the challenge of looking out […]

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How does your “to-do” list look today? Maybe you worked all day and then had to run errands. Then when you got home you made dinner for your loved ones, did some laundry and dishes. Before you know it you’re going to sleep without doing anything for yourself all day. This article was syndicated and […]

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It’s flu season again! Hearing about the flu may feel like a broken record, but it’s one everyone should listen to. Fair warning – this is a little bit heavier than our usual blog posts, but it is important and we want you to be informed. This article was syndicated and originally appeared on the […]

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Can you believe that the holiday season is already upon us? It seems to sneak up on me every year! As special as this time of year is for my family and me, it can also be exhausting! It always seems like there is so much to do and so many places to be. It’s […]

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Has your family reunion been planned yet? Cousins, aunts and uncles, and grandparents may all converge at one home to share gifts, eat good food and talk about family memories from years past while making new memories together. This article was syndicated and originally appeared on the Senior Helpers website.

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Teepa Snow, geriatric occupational therapist and specialist in Alzheimer’s and dementia care is coming to Kansas City, MO to present her powerful seminar series on care giving. She’ll walk through the experience of providing care for someone, whether a client or loved one, who has Alzheimer’s or dementia, highlighting key features of the various stages […]

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Halloween can be as spooky or family friendly as you make it. A holiday full of costumes, decorations and candy brings out the kid in everyone, no matter what age. This Halloween could be a fun chance to include your aging loved one and help them feel young at heart again. While it may be […]

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