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The Best Gift You Can Give Your Mom This Holiday Season

Dec 10, 2024

This holiday season, forget the sweater or box of chocolates. While your mom might appreciate those thoughtful gestures, the gift she’ll treasure most is something you can’t buy—your time. At…

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5 ways to stay healthy this holiday season

Dec 4, 2024

The holiday season is a time of celebration, but it can also bring stress and temptations that can affect your health. For older adults, maintaining well-being during this busy time of year is especially important. Read on for a few simple tips to help you stay healthy and enjoy this festive time of year.

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How to start a conversation about supporting aging parents with home care

Dec 4, 2024

How to start a conversation about supporting aging parents with home care In an ideal world, we would approach our parents with the suggestion that they could use some help…

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Co-Housing for Older Adults: Building Community, Support, and Security While Aging in Place

Dec 4, 2024

What is co-housing? Explore how shared living spaces can offer older adults community, support, and financial savings while balancing privacy and connection.

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Irritable bowel syndrome and low FODMAP diets: Where does the evidence stand?

Nov 27, 2024

Research shows whether a low FODMAP diet is effective for irritable bowel syndrome.

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Winter wonder: How to make the most of the season ahead

Nov 27, 2024

Winter doesn’t have to be something to endure—it can be a season to embrace. By finding small joys in the cold months, we can make winter a time of rest, growth, and connection.

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