When To Make Decisions for Someone With Dementia… and When Not To

Submitted by Sugar Creek Alzheimer’s Special Care Center It can be tempting to assume that because someone has Alzheimer’s disease or some other form of dementia, they’re not capable of making their own decisions. The trouble is it’s not always true—perhaps more often than you’d expect. By stepping in to speak for someone else, we […]

7 Ways To Boost Your Dog’s Health

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Submitted by Nilla’s Tub DIY Dog Wash & Health Food Store  There’s nothing we want more than a long life and good health for our dogs and cats. But since animals can’t look after their health themselves, the responsibility lies on us, as the dog owner, to make sure that the four-legged buddy is always […]

Women, Look Years Younger Without Injections Or Plastic Surgery

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By Kimberly Blaker Regardless of how gracefully we want to handle aging, we often find ourselves making heroic efforts to stave it off, starting in early adulthood. The proof is in that women of all ages (even in their 20s) are spending small fortunes on Botox injections, fillers, and plastic surgery. Also, many who don’t […]

Making Physical Activity a Part of an Older Adult’s Life

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Submitted by Karen Coughlin, Blair House COVID-19: How To Be Physically Active While Social Distancing. When it comes to getting the physical activity you need each week, it’s important to pick activities you enjoy and that match your abilities. This will help ensure that you stick with them. Things To Keep in Mind Physical activity […]