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Ann Hollander
Mar 182 min read
Chronic kidney disease
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects one out of seven Americans. It is among the top ten causes of death in the United States. At first,...
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Ann Hollander
Mar 112 min read
Insomnia in older adults
Older adults need about seven hours of sleep at night. But they often have difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep. They frequently...
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Ann Hollander
Mar 42 min read
What is "assisted living"?
There are many options for older adults who can no longer live at home independently. Assisted living facilities (ALFs) are tailored to...
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Ann Hollander
Feb 262 min read
Dealing with disgust
The emotion of disgust is a natural response. It evolved to protect us from potentially dangerous, scary, or infecting situations. But...
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Ann Hollander
Feb 192 min read
Maybe it's not Alzheimer's
"Dementia" is not a diagnosis in and of itself. It describes a collection of symptoms that involve memory and thinking that are enough to...
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Ann Hollander
Feb 122 min read
Tech support for your relative(s)
Technology has done wonders to help us stay connected with family members. But beginning users have to learn new terms and skills....
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Ann Hollander
Feb 52 min read
Burn and fire safety
Persons over age 65 are 2.6 times more likely than the general population to die in a home fire. That's alarming! Older adults most often...
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Ann Hollander
Jan 292 min read
Early-onset dementia: Money issues
Finances are bound to be a concern if your spouse has received a diagnosis of dementia before age 65. As in many households, your...
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Ann Hollander
Jan 222 min read
Making the most of regret
Regret tends to be one of those emotions we'd prefer not to feel. Which is unfortunate, according to researcher Brené Brown. Her point is...
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Ann Hollander
Jan 152 min read
Acting as a "human guide"
If the person you care for has a low-vision diagnosis, you are likely concerned about their ability to orient themselves and learn to...
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Ann Hollander
Jan 82 min read
Skin care and aging
The skin is the body's largest organ and its essential "armor." To maintain good health, skin needs extra attention as we age. The skin...
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Ann Hollander
Jan 12 min read
Positive connections with staff
Your loved one's daily experience in a hospital, rehab, or assisted living community—even at home with paid home help—greatly depends on...
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Ann Hollander
Dec 25, 20232 min read
Choosing a "senior tablet"
Much of life's interactions occurs online these days. If your loved one is not tech savvy, has mild dementia, or has little access to...
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Ann Hollander
Dec 18, 20232 min read
Dementia: Navigating the airport
As exciting as a trip can be, for a person with dementia, the loss of routine is confusing. And the loud, large, busy terminal spaces are...
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Ann Hollander
Dec 11, 20232 min read
Why Mom doesn't take her pills
Did your mom teach you to "do what the doctor says"? If she's not following doctor's orders for medications now, you're probably feeling...
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Ann Hollander
Nov 27, 20232 min read
Pacing yourself
If you develop health problems—mental or physical—what happens to your loved one? Their well-being depends on yours. So it's vital that...
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Ann Hollander
Nov 26, 20232 min read
How nutrition affects breathing
Food and oxygen are the basic fuels that we need for the cells of our body to do their jobs. People with COPD have to expend more energy...
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Ann Hollander
Nov 20, 20232 min read
Financial/legal aspects of caregiving
Look for financial support for caregiving Medicare doesn't pay for home care or other nonmedical support. You'll need to find other...
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Ann Hollander
Nov 13, 20232 min read
Family Caregiving 101
Family caregivers typically spend four to five years caring for an aging relative. While gratifying, it can also be overwhelming. Pacing...
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Ann Hollander
Nov 6, 20233 min read
Flying with oxygen
If your relative needs medical oxygen, it's crucial that you plan ahead for plane travel. From oxygen requirements to battery power, you...
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