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Seniors Inactivity Can Lead To Disability
Too much sitting has been linked to increased risk for health problems such as heart failure and earlier death. Now, a new study finds older adults who sit too much are more likely to be disabled -- regardless of their exercise habits."Sedentary behavior is its own separate risk factor [for disability]," said study researcher Dorothy Dunlop, a professor of medicine at the Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine. She evaluated the exercise habits of more than 2,000 men and women, ag
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24th Jan 2024
Traveling with Mobile Disabilities: It's All About Planning Ahead
Orig Post http://www.hccmis.com/blog/travel/traveling-with-mobile-disabilities/| Re-Post Careprodx 4/28/1964Having mobility problems may pose challenges, but it doesn't have to stop you from traveling overseas or visiting the countries you've been longing to see.If you prepare for the obstacles you may encounter, you can successfully visit many popular destinations, said Timothy Holtz, group travel coordinator for Minnesota-based Flying Wheels Travel."Don't give up on your dreams," Holtz sa
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24th Jan 2024
When a Loved One Becomes Disabled
When a Loved One Becomes DisabledBy Marie Hartwell-Walker, Ed.D.When my friend’s 25-year-old son suffered a head injury in a major car accident, death seemed like a certain outcome. Instead, he recovered. But medications caused him to gain 50 pounds and he suffered from cognitive delays that might, or might not, resolve.He didn’t look or act at all like the athletic young man I had watched grow up. “I was prepared for his death,” said his mother. “I wasn’t prepared for this. My job is to figure
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24th Jan 2024
Caregiving 101 Part 2
Opportunities and obstacles of CaregivingYou also need to take a close look at your own situation. The National Family Caregivers Alliance recommends examining your strengths and weaknesses, as well as opportunities and threats. Call it a SWOT inventory (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats). Your strengths might include your work ethic or your generosity. A list of weaknesses might include a lack of knowledge about healthcare. (If it does, don't worry. You'll get up to speed.) Oppo
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24th Jan 2024
All You Need to Know About Long-Term Care
No one wants to think about needing long-term care for their loved
ones or themselves, but being financially prepared for it will give you peace
of mind. Long-term care is not something we should fear, because it can help us
live better lives. If you are considering the possibility of this kind of
support, here is what you need to know to be prepared.Preparing for Long-Term CareIt’s wise to begin assessing whether or not you or a loved one may
require long-term care at some point as early a
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24th Jan 2024