Aging is an adjustment, but it is also a gift. To help seniors and their caregivers tackle the challenges that come with growing older and embrace the aging process, The Wesley Community regularly features expert advice and helpful tips in our Senior Strategies Blog.
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If you need in-home support for a senior loved one, home care offers many benefits. Learn more about home care here. If a senior loved one is struggling to maintain their independence, you might be wondering what you can do to support them. Finding solutions can be challenging if you aren’t familiar with the different […]
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Setting Goals for a Healthy New Year is a great goal itself. But how can Seniors set healthy goals that are realistic and not overwhelming? Read on for steps on healthy goal making, and keeping. A New Year is upon us! It’s that time of year when we rush to make resolutions and set goals. […]
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As the calendar turns to a new year, we have suggestions to help busy caregivers manage stress and stay healthy. Caregivers have busy, often stressful lives even in the best of times. Taking on the role of caring for a senior loved one is rewarding, but rarely easy. For those who have been a caregiver […]
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Alzheimer’s caregivers face unique challenges. The stress can be especially difficult during the holidays. These tips can help. Being a caregiver for a senior who has Alzheimer’s disease can be exhausting. While it is a labor of love for most, juggling the complex needs of an adult with memory loss is stressful. Add in a […]
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Living far from family can be challenging. But there are fun ways to bridge the distance and strengthen relationships. Now more than ever, close bonds are possible with those far away. Maintaining Close Bonds From Afar Do you live far from the family that you love? When you don’t share in daily life, the distance […]
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The myths about aging are endless. Breaking the worst of them can help temper common fears about growing older. People fear many things about getting older. For some it is the idea of relying on others for assistance. That loss of independence looms large for many. Others fear they will develop memory loss or find […]
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Is adopting a senior pet the right decision for you or an older loved one? Here are a few things to consider. To live a meaningful life, it’s essential to have someone who counts on you and offers you emotional support in return. For many of us, pets fulfill that role. They are a source […]
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Halloween comes with a new safety risk this year: COVID-19. Read these tips for modifying celebrations, along with information on dementia and Halloween safety. For many families, Halloween is an intergenerational evening of fun and festivities. Grandparents might camp out on the porch to hand out candy, or tag along as costumed grandchildren trick-or-treat through […]
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Learn more about Medicare open enrollment and how to make the most of this annual event, including tips for locating plans near you. Are you ready for Medicare open enrollment? Fall is the time for Medicare-eligible seniors to make changes to their current coverage. This open enrollment period extends from October 15 to December 7 […]
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