Aging Well
Over the past few weeks, we have shared tips on ensuring a successful holiday season with your aging loved one. It’s the perfect opportunity to observe changes in your loved ones’ health, including their hearing. Hearing loss is common as we age, and early detection and intervention can significantly affect quality of life. Listen up!…
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The Hurley Elder Care Law team has been swept up in the Olympic fever. Although very few of us have an Olympic athlete’s athleticism, determination, and commitment, we can still take steps to improve our health. Maintaining physical fitness becomes crucial for overall health and longevity as we age. Regular exercise helps aging adults improve…
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As we navigate the process of aging, one thing that becomes increasingly important is ensuring our safety and well-being within the comfort of our own homes. Aging in place is a wonderful choice, but it comes with its own set of considerations, particularly when it comes to safety. So, if aging in place is the…
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As we age, most of us don’t envision ourselves living in a nursing home during the last chapter of our lives. We assume we will be healthy until our final moments or will have family care for us or hire caregivers in our home. We often think of our home as the place where we…
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Many of us are enjoying ‘fun in the sun’ activities this summer and love to include our pets. Pets provide affection and companionship to people of all ages but caring for a furry friend is especially beneficial for older adults. There are many ways you can plan to age while being a loving pet owner. Pets Improve…
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Happy Independence Day weekend! For many of us, this day is spent celebrating with family and friends in an array of outdoor activities including backyard cookouts, swimming, and fireworks. Unfortunately, these activities are often tougher for seniors to participate in, but they still want to be included in the fun. Including older adults in group…
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As we just experienced the summer solstice last week and the hot July 4th holiday is around the corner, it is crucial to pay attention to the hydration needs of our bodies, especially for older individuals. Dehydration during summer, poses a significant risk to the health and well-being of seniors. Prevention for older adults is…
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As we celebrate Men’s Health Month and approach Father’s Day, we thought it would be the perfect time to discuss men’s health and aging. As men reach their 40s, 50s, and beyond, their bodies change and many start experiencing health issues for the first time. Men can often neglect their own health as they age…
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Happy New Year! After another tumultuous year of supply chain disruptions, high inflation and grocery prices, retirees will welcome some financial relief with an increase in their social security checks. Social Security Check Increase Social Security beneficiaries will receive an incredible 8.7 percent increase in their monthly checks in 2023. This is the largest cost…
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Many of us have family spread throughout the country who rarely get to see each other throughout the year. The holiday season often brings us together from near and far to celebrate. Unfortunately, this reunion can also be unsettling and cause for concern due to noticeable health and cognition changes in our loved ones. What…
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