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We may not be able to go out and meet with our friends and family, but technology can keep us close! Learn how you can use technology to help communicate with your loved ones: https://www.griswoldhomecare.com//homebound-seniors-stay-/

An unsafe living condition could mean the cleanliness and safety of your loved one's home or the people living in it. All of these things factor into your health. Learn how to help a loved one who may be at risk: https://www.griswoldhomecare.com//how-to-report-unsafe-li/

You may have heard the expression that laughter is the best medicine. It turns out that might be true, especially for seniors. Discover why you should surround yourself with people who make you laugh: https://griswoldhomecare.com//seniors-laughing-surround-y/

Unfortunately, caregiving is a role that doesn't come with an instruction manual. Understanding what to do and what not to isn't easy. Learn more: https://www.griswoldhomecare.com//res/caregiver-dos-donts/

Reading can expand our imagination and help us learn new things, but has health benefits as well, especially for older adults! Learn about the benefits of reading for older adults and some books you can start with on our blog: https://www.griswoldhomecare.com//reading-to-elderly-hidd/

A diminished appetite or loss of interest in food is often dismissed as a normal part of aging. Despite any changes, a balanced and diet is essential for maintaining health as we age. Learn more: https://www.griswoldhomecare.com//malnutrition-in-elderly/

Global Dignity Day celebrates more than dignity, it's about looking past what divides us, and recognizing the humanity we all share. Learn how we can help older adults age with dignity as we fight COVID-19: https://news.un.org/en/story/2020/05/1063052

Grief is often associated with death, but it is an emotion that can follow any major life change. By knowing and recognizing the signs of grief in a loved one, you can help them cope and prevent the grief from becoming depression. Learn more: https://www.griswoldhomecare.com//how-to-help-the-elderly/

Did you know that chronic loneliness can be as dangerous to your health as smoking cigarettes? Learn about how loneliness affects seniors, and what you can do to help: https://www.griswoldhomecare.com//elderly-loneliness-redu/

Maintaining our health as we age can be a challenge, and women of all ages want to feel vibrant and healthy. Learn more about common health issues among older women, and how to treat them: https://www.griswoldhomecare.com//senior-womens-health-is/

For some older adults, technology can seem overwhelming. However, several apps have been made with this in mind. Learn more about apps for seniors, and how technology can make your or a loved one's life easier: https://www.griswoldhomecare.com//apps-for-elderly-adults/

More and more older adults are choosing to stay at home, but to prevent danger, it's crucial to make the home safe. Learn how to make your loved one's home safe with tips from our blog: https://www.griswoldhomecare.com//home-safety-tips-for-se/

With many older adults being told to stay at home to prevent the spread of COVID-19, checking in on our older neighbors is crucial. Learn how you can help elderly neighbors while following #SocialDistancing guidelines on the CaringTimes blog: https://www.griswoldhomecare.com//elderly-neighbor-needs-/

If you or an elderly loved one have been diagnosed with breast cancer, it's important to know what treatment options are available. Learn about the different options and how to choose the best one for you: http://www.griswoldhomecare.com//treatment-to-prognosis-b/

As you age and begin to have health issues, you can start to lose confidence and self-esteem. Loss of confidence can be the beginning of a self-destructive cycle, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Check out activities to help boost confidence: https://www.griswoldhomecare.com//elderly-self-esteem-act/