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		<title>Seniors and Isolation</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2012 23:25:12 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[One of the unfortunate consequences of aging is often isolation.  Isolation can lead to loneliness and a decrease in mental and physical ability. However, isolation is not inevitable and there are many ways to combat isolation as we age. What Causes Isolation? Not only is isolation a common experience, it is an understandable consequence of [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Is Depression Inevitable as We Age?</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2012 22:33:35 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Despite common assumptions, depression and aging do not always go hand in hand.  Many of us believe that depression is part of the natural aging process as many of our older loved ones experience an increase of grief (loss) and/or overcoming illness. This is not the case. In fact, the majority of older adults do [...]]]></description>
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		<title>When it’s No Longer Safe for Your Parents to Drive</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[One of the most difficult conversations you may have with an aging parent is confronting their diminishing ability to drive. It can be unsettling for an adult child to realize that your loved ones’ reflexes aren’t as good as they used to be; but unfortunately, having that tough conversation is vital to their safety and [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Creating an Inter-Generational Holiday Celebration</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 17 Dec 2011 03:14:54 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Although the holidays are often a time for families to come together and share stories with one another, it’s important to make sure that your elderly relatives feel included in the story telling, and that their legacy is being preserved. Take advantage of this time together to truly understand where your family roots are coming [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Moving your Parents to the Bay Area &#8211; Part Two, Pleasant Hill</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 18 Nov 2011 20:52:49 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[When deciding where to relocate your elderly relatives, it’s important to be confident that their increasing needs will be met in their new home with competence and respect. You will most likely have less stress and concern in your life knowing that your parents are comfortable in their new environment. When you consider moving your [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Moving your Parents to the Bay Area &#8211; Part One, Walnut Creek</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[When deciding where to relocate your elderly relatives, it’s important to be confident that their increasing needs will be met in their new home with competence and respect. You will most likely have less stress and concern in your life knowing that your parents are comfortable in their new environment. When you consider moving your [...]]]></description>
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		<title>How to Reduce the Risk of Falls</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2011 23:12:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[When your elderly loved ones reach a certain age, it’s important to pay closer to their daily routine to make sure that they are still living safely. This often includes checking in with them about their diet, exercise routine, and making sure that they are prescribed the proper medication. It’s also equally important to anticipate [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Engaging your Elderly Relatives During the Holidays</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 28 Oct 2011 21:23:03 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The holidays are often a good time to share and reconnect with family. However, it’s important to be aware of your aging relatives and their possible changing needs during this time. If you have family members who are suffering from dementia or other physical or mental ailments, it’s important to prepare your entire family for [...]]]></description>
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		<title>How to Offset Costs of Care – Making it Easier to Pay for Home Care</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 21 Oct 2011 21:07:12 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[One of the initial barriers to starting home care for your loved one is the associated costs that come with employing help. Although home care may become a part of your care plan for your loved one, it need not create a big financial burden for you. There are a few easy strategies to make [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Dealing with Resistance – Convincing a Parent to Accept Help</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 14 Oct 2011 18:32:19 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[For many of our elderly parents, the idea of bringing in outside care to assist with daily life is a foreign concept. Resistance is a natural and expected response to the idea that they have reached the point of needing help. To break through this barrier, it’s important to understand why they are feeling this [...]]]></description>
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