Senior Identity Theft – Smilecast 32

Senior Identity Theft Senior identity theft is on the rise and unsuspecting, trusting seniors often fall prey to it to the cost of billions of dollars a year. In this Smilecast we look at common frauds and schemes and things you do to prevent them. If I received 10 calls from...

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Cataract Symptoms – Depression is a Side Effect – Video

Cataract Symptoms Cataract Symptoms have a side impact – older adults who are more likely to have symptoms of depression, reports a study in Optometry and Vision Science, the official journal of the American Academy of Optometry. The link between cataracts and depression is independent of other factors, and appears...

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The Power of Purpose – Episode 3

The Power of Purpose In this episode, we explore the topic of the power of purpose. It might seem odd but when you shift your mindset to one of purpose, your role as caregiver can be completely transformed. Look at your caregiving journey as a opportunity not a burden and...

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Brain Stimulating Activities Decrease Risk of Mild Cognitive Impairment

Mentally Stimulating Activities Reduce the Risk of Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) Engaging in some brain-stimulating activities was associated with a lower risk of developing MCI in a study of cognitively normal adults 70 and older, according to an article published by JAMA Neurology. Mild cognitive impairment (MC is the intermediate zone between...

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Meditation and Music May Help Reverse Early Memory Loss

Meditation and Music In a recent study of adults with early memory loss, a West Virginia University research team lead by Dr. Kim Innes found that practice of a simple meditation or music listening program may have multiple benefits for older adults with preclinical memory loss. Meditation and music, as...

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Family Caregivers in the Workplace – Smilecast 31

Family Caregivers in the Workplace I recently participated in a Q & A with SeniorCare.com’s Carol Marak where we discussed the issue of family caregivers in the workplace, an issue I consult with regularly in organizations. Here is how our conversation went. There are tools that can automate. There are...

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Senior Fitness – It’s Never Too Late to Start

Senior Fitness – Better Late than Never: Real Life Inspirations Angela Copson is the fastest marathon runner in her age bracket – she’s 67. Meanwhile, in Illinois, 78-year old Shirley Webb set a world record for her age by dead lifting 225 pounds with ease. You might think they have...

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