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12 Healthy meal ideas for Seniors from breakfast to dessert

All of the recipes that are listed below are healthy meal ideas for seniors that were chosen because they all have a health benefit factor. Most are good sources of protein and fiber while others are lighter options for on-the-go. As we age our bodies start to slow...

Signs You May Need Senior In-Home Care

Watching our loved one's age, and seeing the trials that may come with aging, can be very difficult for some families. Here are some signs you may need senior in-home care. Process of realization Some families witness loved ones go through the process of aging...

Veteran Home Care Services

Supporting Our Senior Veterans Veteran Home Care Services As we celebrate Memorial Day this week, we give thanks to the men and women who have given their lives for our country and our freedom.  We pray for the families and loved ones of the heroes who will never...

Long Term Care Insurance for Senior Home Care

What is Long-Term Care Insurance for Senior Home Care? Long-term care insurance is insurance that provides a safety net for seniors who will need help as they age. It is not life insurance. Long-term care insurance provides funds or reimbursement for in-home care...

Symptoms of Dehydration in the Elderly

Water as Medicine There is a Slovakian proverb that states “water is the world’s first and foremost medicine” and that couldn’t be more true. Staying properly hydrated can decrease and even eliminate certain afflictions of the body. But as we age, our bodies lose...

Nutrition and Make-Ahead Meals for Seniors

Nutrition is an important part of living a healthy lifestyle, which is why make-ahead meals for seniors are a great idea. Good nutrition can limit or even eliminate a lot of issues that tend to plague our older generation. Seniors tend to eat less than younger adults....