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Caregiving for a senior loved one can be physically and emotionally exhausting, especially for those with progressing dementia or Alzheimer's disease. Seeking support and maintaining one's health is key to managing this caregiver role. Many feel selfish trying to...

Intimacy, a sense of closeness, and emotional bonding is a natural desire for all humans. Emotional intimacy occurs when we share similar values with another person, while developing trust and feelings with them. Physical intimacy refers to actions like hugging,...

Memory care is a type of long-term care designed for individuals with memory impairments, such as Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Memory care communities provide specialized care and support to residents, helping them maintain their independence and...

From an early age, we learn that parents are the adults who we turn to for help, advice, attention, and care. As our families grow and age, these roles can reverse, and we can start to see our parents as the ones who need that same level of attention and care. Asking...

According to the National Institute on Aging, nearly three in ten American seniors live alone. Independent living has its challenges, one of them being that seniors spend more time alone, which can greater impact their mental and physical health. In fact, loneliness...

Aging can best be described as more of an art than a science, based on how personal it can be for each individual. Aging comes with varying health concerns, challenges for the surrounding family, and no matter what, tough decisions eventually have to be made. One of...

5 Benefits of Socialization for Seniors  We all know regular socialization is important. Catching up with old friends, enjoying an activity with family, or trying a new hobby with like-minded people is a great way to boost your mood. But for seniors, it actually has...

Does Medicare or Medicaid Pay for Assisted Living in Georgia? One of the biggest factors one has to consider when looking for assisted living in Georgia is the cost. In 2018, the average daily cost of a private room in a nursing home in Georgia was $223 a day, or over...

   In honor of March being National Nutrition Month, The William Breman Jewish Home’s Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist, Julane R. Contursi, MS, RDN, LD, offers some tips for eating healthier. Eating healthy can feel like a journey. Harvard Health...