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Holiday treats can wreak havoc on the healthiest person's diet – let alone someone who has dietary restrictions due to diabetes or other health issues.   Read the full article.

Thanks, in part, to the growing awareness about dementia – as well as the generosity and activism of individuals and organizations – this year has seen many advances in dementia research, prevention, treatment and care.   Read the full article.

Professional CAREGivers shine light on seniors during the holidays. These caregiving tips can help family caregivers keep the holiday spirit alive for senior loved ones.   Read the full article.

Older adults who are downsizing might even view new things as a burden – just one more thing to get rid of or find a place for in already tight quarters.   Read the full article.

It's like a guidebook for some of the look-and-see signs that your senior might be having a problem, or that changes to their lifestyle might be necessary.   Read the full article.

Family caregivers should understand the Medicare changes for 2019 to help guide senior loved ones in making Medicare decisions to meet their needs.   Read the full article.

Sleep apnea is a potentially serious condition that occurs when a sleeping person repeatedly stops and starts breathing.   Read the full article.

It’s November – a time for reflection and gratitude. We want to thank family caregivers for their selfless dedication to caring for aging loved ones.   Read the full article.

There are some seasonal favorites that make a great addition to an older person's (or any person's) diet.   Read the full article.

Although older adults tend to take their right to vote very seriously, there can be a number of obstacles.   Read the full article.

The CDC recommends that everyone over get a flu vaccine before the end of October – particularly older adults and those who are in regular contact with them.   Read the full article.

Some medications used to treat Alzheimer's and Parkinson's can actually worsen the symptoms of LBD.   Read the full article.

One in 10 people, 65+ have dementia and it affects women more than men. Because of dementia’s long-reaching impact, research and youth education around the globe is changing.   Read the full article.

Some common red flags to look for if you're concerned that a loved one might be facing Alzheimer's.   Read the full article.

A fear of aging is common, but older adults can age successfully with these 10 tips centered around a holistic approach that can be implemented at any age.   Read the full article.

When earthquakes, wildfires, droughts and energy crises occur, older adults can be especially vulnerable.   Read the full article.

There is an impressive body of medical research that shows that even nursing home residents in their 90s have been able to reverse muscle loss with strength training.   Read the full article.

For older adults and their loved ones, it's a good time of year to take stock of our overall health and lifestyle, and adjust anything that may not be working for us anymore.   Read the full article.

Up to 40 percent of all people who have experienced a TIA – often referred to as a mini-stroke --will go on to have an actual stroke.   Read the full article.

Here are some ways in which families choose to ease in to later-life changes before they get that all-or-nothing wake-up call.   Read the full article.