Delaware Renews Commitment to Ending Elder Abuse on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day June 15th
June 15th is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) and the Division of Services for Aging and Adults with Physical…
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Changing Families, Changing Conversations
By Lola Munis, BSN, RN The times they are a-changin’ – and so is the American family. A striking shift…
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Returning Home after a Disaster: Be Healthy and Safe
Hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30. If you think climate change isn’t real, then ask the thousands…
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The Sun Is Not Always Your Friend
We all know it: “A tan skin is a damaged skin.” What’s worse, as we age our skin becomes thinner…
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What If Tomorrow You Couldn’t Drive?
by Myrle Gilpin Bowe How would you cope if, suddenly, you lost your ability to drive, particularly if you live…
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Elder Abuse – The Invisible Epidemic
Elder Abuse Elder abuse – a devastating, worldwide problem with potentially life-threatening consequences – remains a hidden threat to…
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10 Reasons Seniors Hang On To Stuff – And What To Do About It
by Vickie Dellaquila 1. SENTIMENTAL ATTACHMENT. The beloved prom dress represents the history and memories of the event; it’s not…
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The Ins And Outs Of Hypothermia
March…Out Like a Lion? The Ins and Outs of Hypothermia The calendar might be telling us that spring is right…
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Your Winter Safety Checklist
‘Tis the season for flus, slips on icy streets, and other dangers that can be especially traumatic for older adults….
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Safe At Home
Due to the growing popularity of aging in place with in-home care, it’s important to make sure you and your…
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