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Author Archives: Steven East
This Weekend: A Special Invite for Caregivers
The Long Island Alzheimer’s Foundation (LIAF)’s Coping and Caring Conference & Awards Luncheon, on March 26th at the Hilton Hotel in Melville, is a great resource for caregivers struggling with the day-to-day challenges of caring for someone with dementia, which is an affliction that robs a person of a part of who they are. Continue reading
Posted in Alzheimer's | Dementia, Caregiving
Tagged alzheimers, dementia, event, LIAF, Long Island Alzheimer’s Foundation
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Older Adults and the Importance of Learning
We have all heard the quote that you can’t teach an old dog new tricks, but new research tells us that not only is that statement incorrect, but learning, or specifically education, according to Margie E. Lachman, a psychologist at Brandeis University who specializes in aging has identified, “education seems to be an elixir that can bring us a healthy body and mind throughout adulthood and even a longer life.” Continue reading
Hospice: The Conversation
A recent New York Times article discussed the importance of physician communication regarding end-of-life and hospice pointed out that in this country “we tiptoe around the D-word until so late in the game that even now, when more than 40 … Continue reading
Posted in Eldercare, Hospice
Tagged advanced directive, DNR, end-of-life, final wishes, hospice, palliative
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Seniors and Falls: Serious Business
Did you know that one in three seniors falls every year, or that complications from falls is the fifth-leading cause of death in older adults? According to the CDC, falls can cause moderate to severe injuries such as hip … Continue reading
Posted in Aging in Place, Home Safety
Tagged aging in place, caregiving, eldercare, fall, home safety
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Depression in the Elderly: Not a Normal Part of Aging
Did you know that depression affects more than 6.5 million of the 35 million Americans aged 65 years or older? There is a perception that depression is a normal part of aging, but this is a myth. Unfortunately, this misconception may … Continue reading
Posted in Depression, Healthy Aging
Tagged aging, depression, eldercare, signs and symptoms, treatments
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Avoiding Caregiver Burnout
Did you know most of us will be an informal or family caregiver at some point in our lives? According to WomensHealth.gov, there are more than 44 million Americans providing care to an elderly or disabled adult, family caregivers … Continue reading
Heart Smart: In Case Of A Heart Attack
Did you know that heart disease is the number one killer of Americans? Becoming more heart healthy has been one of the national campaigns educating everyone from school aged to the elderly, and it is always good to review … Continue reading
Posted in Aging in Place, Caregiving, Healthy Aging
Tagged caregiving, eldercare, heart attack, what to do
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Nutrition As We Age
Have you ever experienced a family member placing a full plate of food in front of you that is no longer appetizing? Nutrition is important because eating habits change with aging. Most of us are aware that a healthy diet is a … Continue reading
Posted in Aging in Place, Caregiving, Eldercare, Healthy Aging
Tagged aging, aging in place, healthy aging, nutrition
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Flexing Your Cognitive Muscle: Keeping Your Brain Healthy
For years we have been hearing about the benefits of regular exercise for older adults in improving chronic conditions, decreased mortality, age-related morbidity, and more. Now, we are beginning to hear more about brain health or cognitive health and its … Continue reading
Posted in Alzheimer's | Dementia, Healthy Aging
Tagged aging well, alzheimers, brain, cognitive function, dementia
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World Alzheimer’s Month
September is World Alzheimer’s Month but raising awareness of the impact of this insidious disease, and raising hope, takes place year round. Looking back on this past year, there have been many headlines that have focused on new research, the … Continue reading
Posted in Alzheimer's | Dementia
Tagged #worldalzheimersmonth, alzheimers, alzheimers association, dementia
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