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Why are So Many Seniors Starving?

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It’s crazy to think, but many seniors in America suffer from not eating enough food. An extraordinary number of seniors, actually. There are many factors contributing to this problem. And quite a few ...

5 Big Ways Music Therapy Helps Dementia Patients

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Music is incredible. It has the ability to carry ideas through time and space. It has the power to send emotions straight to the core of your mind so that you feel it in every bone. It has the ability...

Staying Safe in Autumn for Seniors

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It’s time to get out your hot chocolate, scarves, and rain coats because Autumn has arrived! A season of holiday, coziness, and family time. But that doesn’t mean it comes without its dangers. In fact...

Why Elderly People Fall and What You Can Do About It

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Why do elderly people fall? There are a few reasons for this. The simplest, is that as we get older our eyesight and hand eye coordination tends to weaken. As well as muscles that help us move gracefu...

Dealing with Chronic Pain in Seniors: A Common Phenomenon

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Let’s just say it outright: There is absolutely no shame in having chronic pain. In fact, as we age, it’s pretty common to develop chronic pains. Seniors and elderly can develop chronic pain in forms ...

5 Things to Do with Alzheimer’s Patients

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Finding activities to do with seniors who have Alzheimer’s can be tricky. But there’s always a way to find common ground, that both of you can enjoy. The key is to focus on two things: body and mind. ...

Signs and Solutions for a Better Life: Homecare Advice

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Homecare for a better you, the senior. As we get older, we sometimes get a little slower. Maybe a little more forgetful. And there’s no shame in that. That’s life, and this is still your time. It’s yo...

Why it’s Important to Help Your Elders Celebrate the Holidays

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We all know that the holiday season is a time for the whole family but around the country, there are still tens of thousands of seniors who spend this time of celebration on their own. Sometimes this ...

Ideas for Spending New Year’s Eve at Home

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Going out for New Year’s Eve was all the rage back in the good old days, but once you reach your senior years it can seem like a bit of drag! Rather than spending all that money and effort doing somet...

Philadelphia Home Care from a Loved One You Trust

Ready to find home health care with a loved one you trust? Call Angels on Call today! If you are in need of home care services and meet our eligibility requirements, Angels on Call wants to talk to yo...