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Dear Erina,


Welcome to the March edition of Caring Right at Home, a newsletter that provides information, advice and support for seniors and family caregivers. In this edition, you’ll read about osteoarthritis risk factors and how older adults can manage the condition; how good nutrition helps combat cognitive decline, Alzheimer’s disease, and dementia; and how to have end-of-life conversations with aging loved ones.  



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Osteoarthritis: Risk Factors and Care for Older Adults

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Osteoarthritis affects the quality of life for about 32.5 million adults in the U.S. There are several risk factors and ways to manage the condition. Here are tips you can use.

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Managing Your Loved One’s Medical Needs and Appointments

Staying organized when caring for an elderly loved one can be tricky. From making sure you don’t miss medical appointments to ensuring the doctor’s instructions are followed, there is a lot to keep track of! To help, here is a list of things to focus on.

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Good Nutrition Helps Older Adults Combat Cognitive Decline, Alzheimer’s and Dementia

The saying, “Let food be thy medicine,” means a lot when you consider the role nutrition has in preventing cognitive decline. But just what specific recommendations truly make a difference?

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Heart Health and Women: It Isn’t Just a Concern for Men

We’ve all seen the movie where the main male character drops over suddenly after clutching his chest from an apparent heart attack. But in reality, it could just as easily be a woman in that scene, as almost as many women as men die of heart disease annually. Here are women’s risks, symptoms, and how to lower the risks.

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How Ageism Affects Older Adults

We all laugh off the jokes, dismiss the anti-wrinkle cream commercials, and just grin and bear it, but the fact is that ageism harms the mental and physical health of older adults. You might be surprised by these effects.

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How To Have End-of-Life Conversations With Aging Loved Ones 

Talking with your aging loved one about their end-of-life wishes can be awkward and difficult. But making your loved one feel comfortable and you feel prepared is important. Here are tips to help you have the conversation before it’s too late.

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