It is important to take care of our minds as well our bodies as we age. Though most seniors are in good mental health, many older adults are at risk of developing neurological and mental health disorders, especially dementia and depression. Ways to Improve Brain Function The good news is that regardless of your age, […]
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When Annie’s husband, Dennis, passed away she was initially overcome with sorrow. For five years Dennis had suffered from Alzheimer’s, and Annie, 78, had been his loving primary caregiver. He was the focus of her life just as he had been for over 50 years. Now that Dennis was gone Annie suddenly felt lost and
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Mary, a 78-year old retired teacher, lives by herself. Recently widowed, she was finding it increasingly difficult to maintain her independence. Her two adult children were busy with work and their young families. Mary began to wonder at times why she was still around. Mary began to have worsening health problems and didn’t want to
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The holiday season is often associated with joy, connection, and celebration. But for many individuals, December can bring sadness and isolation—especially for older adults. Sometimes memories of lost loved ones, family far away, or not feeling well enough to take part in festivities can make the holidays especially difficult. Remember, for some the holiday blues
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After Sylvia’s husband died, her friends tried to buoy her spirits by keeping her busy. Not a week went by when she wasn’t at the theater or symphony. But as time went on and invitations tapered off, Sylvia began feeling despondent. “I couldn’t shake this malaise,” she said. “My doctor said I was fine, but
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Jan was concerned about changes in her mother’s behavior, who hadn’t seemed like herself for a while. So she flew to the Bay Area from Seattle and consulted with Seniors At Home staff, who helped her discover and understand the sources of change in her mother. “Mom was really depressed because two of her closest
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Jay, 71, recently began dating. But it wasn’t simple — he was a widower who had to navigate a whole new chapter. When Jay lost his wife in 2011, he received comfort from JFCS’ spiritual care services and bereavement support group. “JFCS and Seniors At Home helped me get through a tough time back then,”
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