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  How Hypertension Affects Memory

  Oops, you did it again…forgot someone’s phone number, could not remember what you had for lunch yesterday, or for a moment maybe you were not able to recall your neighbor’s name. Simple signs, you chuckle to yourself, of growing older. You might even laug

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  Top 10 Foods for a Healthy Heart

  The concept that particular foods promote healthier hearts is not new. It is a fact that a well-balanced nutritional diet contributes to good health throughout a lifetime. For many people, the risk of diseases such as Type II diabetes, high cholesterol, h

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  What’s the Link Between Gum Disease and Heart Health?

  Healthy gums, healthy heart? Some experts agree that the key to overall good health starts in your mouth, and they are not referring simply to your pearly whites. Good dental hygiene has long been touted as paramount in maintaining good health. Dentist

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  The Smallest Room in the House May Be the Most Dangerous for Seniors

  We all want the best for the senior loved ones in our lives. For many seniors, living independent lives at home is their main desire. Seniors are able to do so provided they are physically and mentally able to care for themselves. Sometimes, depending on

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  The Challenges of Glaucoma as We Age

  When facing the aging process, we know there are challenges…but we also know these challenges do not have to ruin our fun. Growing old is a fact of life. The key to managing the normal aging process is to embrace it and take the best care of ourselves so

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  Thyroid Disease and Seniors

  As seniors embrace the golden years, they have many things to look forward to – retirement, watching their children begin families of their own, playing with grandchildren, and hopefully enjoying a full life with the wisdom of age on their side. Along wit

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  Help Seniors Winterize Their Homes

  Winter months can be particularly harsh for seniors, especially for those who live in northern states where temperatures are coldest. It is important that the ones you love stay safe during the winter season. Their safety includes not just dressing approp

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  Give the Gift of Holiday Cheer

  The holidays are fast approaching, and for most of us this means fun times spent with family, friends and other loved ones. However, for seniors, holidays can be difficult. Many have lost a spouse and friends through the years, or perhaps live far away fr

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  Using the Five Senses When Visiting Senior Relatives this Holiday Season

  As seniors grow older, it becomes important to be aware of how the aging process affects their daily lives. Aging causes bodily changes that have a direct impact on the health and wellbeing of seniors. Some of these changes are so subtle they may go unnot

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  When Caregiving Ends

  While it may be sad for a loved one to pass away, former caregivers can look back and know they accomplished something meaningful, worthwhile, and made a difference in the life of someone else.

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  In-Home Care Agencies: A Good Option in Caring for Mom or Dad

  One of the hardest realizations you may have in life is recognizing the fact that your mother, father or both are unable to care for themselves. One of the toughest choices you may make is trying to decide who is going to provide the care they may need.

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  Interactive Caregiving Can Make a Difference in the Life of a Senior

  It is easy to become caught up in the physical tasks of providing care for an elderly loved one. A person’s well-being depends on many factors. Learn how Interactive Caregiving can make a difference in taking care of your senior loved one.

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  When Trash Becomes Treasure: Seniors and Hoarding

  Thanks to television, the subject of hoarding is no longer as taboo as it once was. While TV has not glamorized the issue, shows depicting hoarders have broadened our knowledge of who hoarders are…

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  The Power of Touch and What It Means for the Elderly

  Touch is perhaps the most powerful sense of all. From the moment we are born, before our eyes are open, a gentle touch calms us and lets us know someone cares.

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  Aging Gracefully: Why Am I So Cold?

  As we grow older, we are likely to ask ourselves the questions, “Why am I so cold? What does it mean?” Chances are, your body is merely going through a natural dip in metabolic rate due to the aging process.

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  Brain Injuries Are Front of Mind for Leading In-Home Care Provider

  Comfort Keepers Receives Acquired Brain Injury Certification to Offer Expanded Caregiving Services

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  Senior Safety: Beating the Heat

  In the News: Comfort Keepers of South Shore Helped Seniors Beat This Summer’s Heat. Click on the link above to view the entire article.

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  How Seniors Can Escape the Heat

  The following article appeared in the Milford Daily News on Saturday, July 23. Click on the link above to view the entire article.

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  Good Eating is Good Medicine

  Two concepts have been around for ages: “good eating is good medicine” and “you are what you eat.” While both are timeless clichés, they underscore a common concept: it is important for good health that we consume healthy foods – no matter our age.

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  Yes, You Can Be Active!

  Physical activity promotes good health. In fact, daily physical activity is important to maintaining bone and muscle strength.

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  Why Do Some Seniors Not Take Nutrition Seriously?

  That is a good question. It can also be misunderstood by younger generations who do not understand the challenges many seniors face.

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  Seniors Should Practice Summer Safety, Too!

  The lazy days of summer mean exactly that to most of us - longer days filled with sunshine, fun-filled vacations and laughter. After all, what is not to enjoy? Something about the sun shining in your upturned face makes your days feel a bit lighter.

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  Downsizing with Dignity

  There may come a time in the life of your senior loved one when they face the need to downsize. Whether moving into a smaller home, an assisted living facility, or in with you…downsizing may seem a daunting task.

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  What is Your Legacy?

  Although family history and genealogy are two entirely different terms, they intertwine, offering a legacy of their own. Genealogy is simply tracing your lineage and attaching names to your relatives.

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  Building Bridges between the Young and Seniors

  As parents age, it may seem increasingly hard to find things in common with them. And finding that same common ground between your own children and their grandparents can be even tougher.

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  Aging Gracefully: Changes in the Taste Buds and Sense of Smell

  Taste buds…who ever really gives them a thought? When you eat, you either like foods you are trying, or you do not.

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  Hello. My name is Jane, and My Mother is an Alcoholic

  It may be quite surprising to you to realize that your elderly mother or another senior in your life has come to abuse alcohol. After all, none of us plan to become alcoholics when we grow up.

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  Dealing with Difficult Behavior in the Elderly

  Family caregivers give the greatest gift of all – their love, energy and time – often at the expense of their own families and in lieu of other things they might like to do.

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  Peace of Mind for Seniors and Their Families

  Even though her son is thousands of miles away, Mary* still hears his voice twice a day reminding her to take her medication. She recently moved into an independent living facility and at the request of her son, installed the Medication System.

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  Aging Gracefully as Your Hearing Fades

  Just as our eyes may grow weak and crow’s feet appear because our skin gets tired, our ears undergo changes as our bodies’ age, as well.

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  Tips for Seniors with Arthritis

  Arthritis. The word itself is dreaded and the pain it can cause may become excruciating if not properly diagnosed and treated.

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  When a Scammer Knocks: How Seniors Can Close the Door on Fraud

  In today’s digital age, con artists feel right at home online, trying to get us to click on their latest schemes. But they also are still practicing their trade the time-tested way: Knocking on doors.

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  Aging Gracefully – Changes to Expect from Your Skin

  Skin is the first barrier of our bodies to encounter environmental elements, physical touch, and other bumps and bruises that occur during life.

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  Aging Gracefully and Sleeping Well

  According to the National Institutes of Health, older adults need approximately 7-9 hours of sleep a night in order to maintain overall healthy lifestyles. There is no dispute that as people age, disruptions in sleep patterns often occur.

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  Pets – More Than Just Man’s Best Friend

  Owning a pet can be fun and rewarding for people of all ages. Who does not appreciate the joyous greeting your dog displays when you return home for the day, tail wagging furiously – that sparkle in his eyes just for you?

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  Retirement Redefined

  The Families and Work Institute says that 75% of working people aged 50 and older plan to continue working in their retirement years.

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  Slowing the Progress of Age-related Macular Degeneration

  As we age, the fact that we may end up wearing glasses to help us read does not surprise us. Irritating as that may be, the need for reading glasses can be a common result of the wear our eyes experience as they grow older.

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  Aging Gracefully: Caring for Muscles, Joints and Bones

  Muscles, joints and bones are body parts vital to our movement and enable us to accomplish tricky feats such as downhill skiing and dancing, or simple things like writing with a pencil and hugging a loved one.

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  Cooking for One or Two

  The transition from preparing meals for large families to cooking for just one or two can seem overwhelming, no matter your age.

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  Caregiving Across the Miles

  You did it! You grew up, became successful, started a family of your own, and moved out…states away, even, from your Mom and Dad. You visit from time to time and keep in touch by talking on the phone and emailing pictures of grandchildren...

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  Combating Loneliness in Seniors

  The very essence of being human means we exist within a social structure where we interact with others. We talk, spend time together, laugh and sometimes cry together - but, there are times in life where interaction can become minimal.

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  Aging Gracefully: The Cardiovascular System

  As we age, our bodies change. What is normal? What is not? This month, we look at the cardiovascular system to see how it ages.

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  Top Five New Year’s Resolutions for Seniors and their Families

  Life is full of traditions, many handed down through the years, and some newly created between families and friends. Either way, traditions are part of the colorful fabric that intertwine our lives and hold us together, transcending time and distance.

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  Encouraging Independence in Seniors – Maintaining Quality of Life

  As a caregiver, it is important to encourage independence in seniors, but also to interact with them in ways that provide the opportunity for them to maintain a better quality of life for themselves.

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  Aging Gracefully: What to Expect As You Age

  Aging: The inevitable evolution of life that began the day we were born. In its early stages, aging is exciting. It is thought of in terms of “growing up” and looking forward to what the future holds.

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  Five Steps to Fighting Holiday Weight Gain

  The holiday season has arrived, bringing with it excitement, gatherings with family and friends, parties and good cheer.

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  Tips for Having a Not-So-Blue Christmas

  Holidays often represent happy times spent with family and friends, honoring cherished traditions, attending parties and spreading holiday cheer.

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  To Grandmother's House We Go...

  Many families are traveling over the river and through the woods to reach Grandmother’s (and Grandfather’s) house this holiday season.

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  The Six Stages of a Caregiver’s Journey

  Caregivers travel a unique and winding road that is sometimes hard to understand unless you have travelled the same route yourself.

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  Finding Trusted Support for Caregivers

  There are over 50 million informal caregivers in the United States who provide care for someone 20 years or older who is ill or disabled.

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  Celebrate Memories of Life on the National Day of Listening

  When you give yourself the opportunity to sit down with an important person in your life and ask them about their past memories, it can be a life-changing experience.

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  Music – Brightening the Lives of Those with Dementia

  Since the day we were born and possibly even before, our mothers sang to us. Catchy little tunes like Twinkle Twinkle Little Star and You Are My Sunshine.

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  Caregiver Depression…It Could Happen to You

  More than 65 million people, 29 percent of the U.S. population, provide care for a chronically ill, disabled or aged family member or friend during any given year and spend an average of 20 hours per week providing care for their loved one.

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  Fighting Fire: Seniors Most at Risk for Fire-Related Death and Injury

  Fire spreads fast. And the smoke can quickly overcome victims. If disabilities slow your mobility or you are taking medications that hinder reaction time, your chances of escaping and surviving a fire are greatly diminished.

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  Five Steps to a Healthier Lifestyle for Seniors

  It is never too late to benefit from change. But, for many seniors change is hard, especially when it comes to eating habits and overall wellness.

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  Table for Two – Why Eating With a Senior Is So Important

  We hear it on the news all of the time – families just do not sit down and eat together anymore. Our hurried lifestyles are getting in the way of quality time with our families at the dinner table.

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  Malnutrition in Seniors: What To “WATCH” For

  Did you know that a senior in your life could be at risk of being under- or mal-nourished without you knowing it? The face of malnutrition is changing.

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  Taking Care of Your Possessions

  You cannot take it with you, but with careful planning you can make sure the assets you worked hard for will benefit the ones you love after you are gone. Many of us, however, put off creating a last will and testament, for one reason or another.

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  Removing Uncertainty When You Cannot Speak For Yourself

  It is not something any of us likes to think about, but there could come a time when we face a life-threatening illness or injury that leaves us incapable of communicating our wishes about the medical care we receive.

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  Living Trusts Offer Advantages Over Wills

  Provisions in other documents such as insurance policies, retirement accounts, and jointly-held property often conflict with the intent expressed in a will.

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  Tips For Healthy Senior Summer Travel

  Taking simple steps can help make trips safe and healthy for seniors. Along with contacting a travel agent, seniors should consult their physician before taking a summer trip, recommends the American Geriatrics Society’s Foundation for Health in Aging.

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  Seniors: Warm Up And Stretch Your Way to a Longer, Healthier Life

  Studies show that physical activity slows the aging process and increases seniors’ life span. The positive health effects of exercise go deep, down to the cellular level.

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  How Seniors Can Stay Safe In The Summer Heat And Sun

  Sunny days uplift spirits. But seniors need to take special precautions to make sure their enjoyment of summer is not eclipsed by the pain of sunburn or the harmful effects of dehydration and heat illness.

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  Medical Conditions – And Certain Medicines – Increase the Risk of Falls

  Due to normal effects of aging, medical conditions and side effects of medications, many seniors have difficulty maintaining balance, putting them at increased risk of injury from falls.

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  How to Turn Home Sweet Home Into Home Safe Home

  A growing number of seniors are realizing that there is no place they would rather live than the home they have grown fond of. However, the house that was once a haven can become a potential hazard for falls as we get older.

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  Osteoporosis Prevention: Strategies for Maintaining Strong, Healthy Bones

  A variety of preventive health strategies helps slow and lessen the effects of osteoporosis, the natural weakening of bones that occurs as we age and can result in debilitating injuries when coupled with accidental falls.

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  Some Medications Affect Seniors' Appetite and Nutrition

  As senior take more medications they run an increased risk of harmful drug interactions. They also are at greater risk of nutritional deficiencies that result when medications interact with certain foods or suppress appetite.

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  Diet Has a Direct Effect on Blood Pressure: Out with the Salt; Bring in the Fruits and Vegetables!

  Blood pressure typically rises as we get older. Through healthful eating and exercise, however, we can help keep it under control. What we eat directly affects blood pressure.

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  Healthy Eating is Important for Senior Men

  At the risk of their health, senior men who live alone or serve as their wife’s caregiver often rely on the convenience of frozen and fast food. On the other hand, senior men who know how to cook are more likely to eat a well-balanced, healthful diet.

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  Getting the Most Out of Medicine: Solutions for Organizing Medications

  Medication works only when it is taken. And it is most effective when taken according to a doctor’s prescription or, in the case of nonprescription medications, label directions.

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  Herbals And Drugs Can Have Adverse Interactions: Check With Your Doctors First

  Just because herbal remedies are made of natural, plant-derived ingredients does not mean they are safe. When taken in combination with certain prescribed or over-the-counter (OTC) drugs, they can pose health risks, sometimes life-threatening.

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  Prescription Medications Are Not the Only Cause of Drug Interactions

  Seniors are at a greater risk of drug interactions than the general population as they typically take more medications. Taken in certain combinations, drugs can interfere or interact with one another, altering their effectiveness in controlling symptoms.

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  Seniors May Eat Less, But They Need To Ensure Good Nutrition

  As seniors age they typically become less active and their metabolisms slow. As a result, they require fewer calories. But their need for essential, health-promoting vitamins and minerals does not decline. If anything, it increases.

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  Eat Seasonally for Maximum Nutrition

  No matter where we live, we expect to find a cornucopia of fruits and vegetables year-round in supermarket produce sections. But much of it has to travel great distances to get there. And in doing so, it loses freshness, taste and nutrients.

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  Food As Medicine: Good Nutrition Promotes Senior Health

  A healthy diet delivers essential nutrients for optimal health and plays an essential role in improving the quality of life and independence of senior citizens. According to the National Institute on Aging of the National Institutes of Health...

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  Questions to Ask When Choosing an In-Home Care Provider

  Family caregivers often come to the realization they need help caring for a senior parent or other loved one when they consider their other responsibilities at work and home. However, giving up some of the responsibility to someone else can...

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  What to Pack (and Not to Pack) for the Hospital

  Well-planned packing helps make vacations more enjoyable. Likewise, what you pack for your own or a loved one’s admission to the hospital can make for a smoother, less stressful experience.

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  Living With Heart Disease And Stroke: A Family Affair

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  Skin-Deep Advice For Better Senior Health

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  Shedding Light On Seasonal Depression: What Seniors Can Do To Relieve The Symptoms

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  Why An Efficient, Nutrient-Rich Diet Is Essential To Senior Health

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  Interactive Caregiving® Makes Life Better

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  Know the Care a Senior Needs

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  Winter Survival for Seniors

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  Technology Helps Seniors Stay in Touch with Loved Ones

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  What to Do? Tips for Time Management

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  Adapting Homes to Seniors’ Changing Needs

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  What’s Good for the Heart Is Good for the Brain

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  Life Goes Better With Exercise

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  Get Moving: How To Slow The Effects Of Aging

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  Memory Loss:When Is It Normal? When Is It Not?

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  Interactive Caregiving:Comfort Keepers Helps Seniors Enhance Their Quality Of Life

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  Holiday Gift Time and Seniors

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  Gathering for the Holidays: Celebrating the Moment and the Memories

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  Holiday Craftmaking: An Interactive Celebration of Its Own

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  Be Prepared: The Key To Senior Safety During The Winter And Holidays

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  Seniors Need to Choose Their Foods Carefully for Healthy Living

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  Hunger and the Senior: 5 Million Seniors at Risk of Malnutrition

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  Good Nutrition Gives Seniors What They Need for Better Living

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  Food For Senior Life: Preparation & Storage

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  Dental Hygiene Is Essential to Senior Health

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  Be on Guard This Cold and Flu Season

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  Your Appearance May Affect Your Emotions

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  Seniors Reap the Benefits of Volunteering

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  In-Home Care Offers Flexible Independence

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  In-Home Care: A Solution for Baby Boomers Now and in the Future

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  Passing on Wisdom from Generation to Generation

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  Tips for Trouble-Free Senior Travel

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  Seniors and Driving: How to Steer through a Difficult Turn

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  Stress and Seniors: Knowing the Signs and Solutions

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  Press Release - 2006 - Comfort Keepers Adds Director of Franchise Development

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  Press Release - 2006 - Central Florida Entrepreneurs Honored as Comfort Keepers IFA Franchisees of the Year

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  Press Release - 2006 - Comfort Keepers Wins Franchise Satisfaction Award

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  Press Release - 2006 - Comfort Keepers Announces New President, CEO

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  Press Release - 2005 - Comfort Keepers Brings ‘Comfort’ Business to Ireland

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  Press Release - 2005 - Comfort Keepers Achieves Milestone with 500th Office

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  Press Release - 2008 - Providing the best franchising opportunities in Asia

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  Press Release - 2009 - Arcadia's DailyMed Continues to Expand

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  Press Release - 2006 - Comfortkeepers.com Offers More Functionality and Resources for Seniors and Franchisees

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  Press Release - 2006 - Comfort Keepers® Develops New Program to Support Franchisees

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  Press Release - 2007 - Comfort Keepers Receives 2006 Star Award in Franchise Recruitment

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  Press Release - 2007 - Caregivers Providing End of Life Care Need Support

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  Press Release - 2007 - Aging Veterans Unaware of Pension Benefits

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  Press Release - 2007 - Comfort Keepers Executive Earns Franchise Certification

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  Press Release - 2007 - Comfort Keepers Executive Earns Franchise Certification

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  Press Release - 2006 - Providing Comfort to the Family Caregiver

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  Press Release - 2006 - Comfort Keepers Meeting the Changing Needs of the Growing Senior Population

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  Press Release - 2009 - Arcadia HealthCare's DailyMed(TM) Signs Deal with Comfort Keepers(R), A Leading Provider of In-Home Care

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  Press Release - 2009 - Dayton region has 20 companies among nation's fastest-growing

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  Press Release - 2009 - CK FRANCHISING, INC. PURCHASED BY SODEXO

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  Press Release - 2009 - Sodexo acquires Comfort Keepers

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  Press Release - 2009 - Comfort Keepers sold to French firm

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  Press Release - 2008 - Taking Care of Business

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