Scam Alert: Con Artists Prey on COVID-19 Fears

Scam Alert: Con Artists Prey on COVID-19 Fears

Scam Alert: Con Artists Prey on COVID-19 Fears From natural disasters to world disturbances, any time there is big news that worries people, con artists are quick to capitalize on our fears and concerns. We haven’t seen a more concerning current event than the COVID-19 pandemic in many years—and no sooner did the word “coronavirus”…

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After Visits, Family Wonder About Alzheimer’s Disease

After Visits, Family Wonder About Alzheimer’s Disease

After Visits, Family Wonder About Alzheimer’s Disease The holidays are over and everything is getting back to normal – except, in the back of your mind, linger some nagging worries concerning one of the elderly relatives you visited. You wonder if this loved one could be in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease. Maybe you’ve…

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Resolve to Save Energy—and Money—in 2017

Resolve to Save Energy—and Money—in 2017

Resolve to Save Energy—and Money—in 2017 Was “save money” on your list of New Year’s resolutions this year? There are all sorts of ways to spend less that can that add up to big savings—and one of those things can benefit not only our wallet, but also the environment. The U.S. Department of Energy offers…

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For Seniors and Family Caregivers: Three Great Wellness Resolutions for 2017

For Seniors and Family Caregivers: Three Great Wellness Resolutions for 2017

For Seniors and Family Caregivers: Three Great Wellness Resolutions for 2017 This is the time of year when we take stock of the previous year and make a note of changes we’d like to make in our lives. Maybe your list of resolutions in WI includes ways to improve your financial health, such as saving…

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Understanding The Changes Of Alzheimer’s Disease

Understanding The Changes Of Alzheimer’s Disease

Understanding the Changes of Alzheimer’s Disease While many people think of Alzheimer’s Disease and other forms of dementia as primarily affecting a person’s memory and thinking, the family who are providing care for these loved ones quickly realize that one of the greatest challenges is the behavior changes that can occur as the disease progresses.…

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‘Tis the Season … to Practice Decorating Safety!

‘Tis the Season … to Practice Decorating Safety!

‘Tis the Season … to Practice Decorating Safety! The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) estimates that each year during the holiday season, 15,000 people rush to the emergency department due to injuries involving decorating. Falling from a ladder or stepping on broken ornaments may be funny in holiday movies, but in real life, these…

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Top Ten Ways to Protect Your Brain

Top Ten Ways to Protect Your Brain

Top Ten Ways to Protect Your Brain As we grow older, we tend to worry about our memory and thinking. We hear so much about Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia, and chances are we have friends and loved ones who have been touched by one of these conditions. Some people even believe that memory loss…

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Should Seniors Mix Medications and Martinis?

Should Seniors Mix Medications and Martinis?

Should Seniors Mix Medications and Martinis? Many people enjoy a cocktail at the end of the day, a beer after exercise, or a glass of wine with dinner. For the most part, moderate drinking is harmless, and might even offer some health benefits. But sometimes, imbibing is unwise and even dangerous. What does age have…

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Holiday Tips for People With Diabetes

Holiday Tips for People With Diabetes

Holiday Tips for People With Diabetes November is National Diabetes Month. Is it ironic or intentional that this recognition should fall at the beginning of the holiday season, when temptations abound, and travel disrupts our care routine? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says that having diabetes shouldn’t stop you from enjoying holiday…

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Don’t Fall for Disaster Fraud

Don’t Fall for Disaster Fraud

Don’t Fall for Disaster Fraud Steve saw Mom at her computer with her credit card out. “What are you doing?” he asked. Mom had a sad look on her face. “I’m making a donation to a charity that’s helping the Christians who are being persecuted by ISIS,” she said. Steve looked at the email Mom…

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