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Rural life is causing risks Q) A lot of people live in rural communities where services aren’t available. Several of my relatives are quite isolated and without support. How can I help? A) Aside from challenges in being able to access quality medical care, older adults have been shown to be at
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Thumbs Up – Thumbs Down

Thumbs up… to airports and other groups worldwide who are adopting the “Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program” to support passengers with invisible disabilities such as autism, chronic pain, epilepsy, low vision, hearing loss, dementia, anxiety disorders, brain injuries and more.  The sunflower logo, worn discreetly and voluntarily on a lanyard aims to help
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Sexual intimacy and Parkinson’s

Concerns around sexual intimacy not only affect the Parkinson’s community but are common in the general population as well. There can be many “risk factors” that impact sexual function including age, smoking and chronic illnesses. Maintaining sexual intimacy is a topic many people with Parkinson’s are interested in but may be embarrassed to discuss. It’s […]
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BOOKS Multicultural Guide to Caregiving: Essential resources to help you balance traditions without losing your mind or money By Angelica P. Herrera Venson DrPH. In Multicultural Guide to Caregiving, Dr. Angelica P. Herrera Venson provides a wealth of resources that caregivers can tap into to manage elder care with confidence and no regrets. It provides […]
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Forgotten in a crisis:

Dementia care during emergencies We often hear news about disasters like storms, wildfires, floods, and extreme temperatures. While you and your family members may have not have experienced a weather, fire or water related event, disasters do happen regardless of your location, and time of day. When disasters hit, the damage may take days or […]
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Ultimate Gourmet Grilled Cheese

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutesCook Time: 15 minutes minutesTotal Time: 25 minutes minutesCalories: 909Servings: 4 Instructions 1. Add 1 1/2 Tbsp butter and olive oil to a skillet and heat over MED-LOW heat. Add diced onions, salt, pepper, fresh thyme and 1 tsp of fresh rosemary to the hot skillet and saute, stirring often, until […]
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TIME TOGETHER AT THE COTTAGE Q) It’s not safe for gran to come up north any more—no hospital near by, rocky terrain, lots of noise and activity going on. My brother and mum disagree. Advice please? A) Safety first at all times is key. Has anyone asked Gran how she feels about the trip. Oftentimes, […]
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What’s the right dose of exercise for the “olders” While exercise is the best for maintaining independence, there’s little research on the optimum frequency, intensity and duration beyond ages 60-75. Researcher, Eric Howden suggests using the guidelines for “younger olders.” He claims they have the best shot at maintaining functional independence in old age given
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Caramel Cake

Cake: 2 cups plus 2 tablespoons sifted cake flour (not self-rising; sift before measuring)1 teaspoon baking powder3/4 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1 stick (4 oz) unsalted butter, softened1 cup granulated sugar1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract2 large eggs, at room temperature 30 minutes1 cup well-shaken buttermilk Caramel Glaze: 1 cup heavy cream1/2 cup packed light
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The Scoop

Is my family member at risk for delerium? Some people have a higher risk of delirium, especially if they: • Are 65 years old or more • Already have problems with memory or understanding, or already have dementia. • Have a broken hip. • Have a serious illness that’s getting worse or is at risk […]