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The Emotional Side of Heart Health: How Social Connectedness Helps Keep Seniors Healthy

We all understand the importance of keeping our hearts physically healthy, but there’s another side of heart health that doesn’t always get enough attention: emotional wellness. Emotional wellness is closely linked to social connection, whether it’s through friendships, intimate relationships, or being part of a community—and is especially important for …

Understanding Sundown Syndrome

By Dr. Catherine Madison, Neurologist at Seniors At Home’s Center for Dementia Care “Sundowning”, or sundown syndrome, is a common condition that affects up to 80% of people with dementia at some point in the course of their illness. Patients with dementia who sundown become confused and agitated in the …

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When and How to Ask an Older Adult to Stop Driving

Driving is one of our greatest expressions of independence. But for many older adults, there comes a time when age-related conditions make it impossible to drive safely. According to the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety, the rate of fatal accidents per mile of driving increases steadily for drivers 65 and older. …

A Little Help Can Make Aging in Place a Lot Easier

Living independently for as long as possible is a common goal among older adults. A 2022 University of Michigan poll showed that 88% of adults aged 50 to 80 put a high priority on continuing to live in their own homes. While home care is appropriate for seniors who need …

Digital Safety for Seniors: Tips for Navigating Online Risks

What is digital safety? “The internet is a great place to learn, shop, play, and talk with friends. However, there are also predators, identity thieves, and others who may try to take advantage of you. To stay safe online, it’s important to be aware of the dangers.” Joan Goldner, Associate …

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Mary, Medical Social Worker, San Rafael
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Margaret, 85, San Carlos
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Anna, 81, Rohnert Park
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Joe, Belmont
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Douglas, 79, Tiburon
“Thank you so much for your help. The RN that visits my mother weekly has made us feel so comfortable—we are forever grateful.”
Beverly, San Francisco

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