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iCare Community Magazine
How Tech Is Helping More People Age At Home
The vast majority of seniors would choose aging at home rather than going to a hospital or other facility. Americans are living longer,...
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iCare Community Magazine
- Aug 30, 2021
- 3 min
Life In A Senior Living Community
The move to senior living years ago was primarily made due to need. Typically, a health crisis forced the issue. But more active older...
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iCare Community Magazine
- Aug 30, 2021
- 2 min
Remember When?
By Jill Ball, President of VIP America This is a question that hopefully will not be needed in the lifetime of a loved one or someone you...
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iCare Community Magazine
- May 26, 2021
- 7 min
AGING IN PLACE: Growing Older at Home
“The stairs are getting so hard to climb.” “Since my wife died, I just open a can of soup for dinner.” “I’ve lived here 40 years. No...
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iCare Community Magazine
- May 26, 2021
- 2 min
WORKING POOR - Over 55 and the Elderly
We understand times get tough. There is a neighborhood organization that helps seniors get access to the financial and educational...
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iCare Community Magazine
- Apr 29, 2021
- 1 min
Staying Active As You Get Older: Quick Tips
Physical activity is good for people of all ages. Staying active can help to: • Lower your risk of heart disease, stroke, type 2...
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iCare Community Magazine
- Mar 30, 2021
- 3 min
Do You Still Need To Wear a Mask If You’re Vaccinated?
From early on in the coronavirus pandemic, we realized that our personal decisions weren’t simply for our own well-being. Instead, our...
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iCare Community Magazine
- Mar 30, 2021
- 3 min
The 8 Best Cell Phones for Seniors in 2021
Most of us in our so-called “Golden Years” readily admit that we are not particularly tech-savvy, especially when compared with our...
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iCare Community Magazine
- Feb 25, 2021
- 3 min
The Perks of Getting Older
Retirement doesn’t have to be your one-way ticket to a sedentary life. Learn about senior programs and services that can help you stay...
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iCare Community Magazine
- Feb 25, 2021
- 3 min
Loneliness and the Elderly
Loneliness in the elderly population is a growing health concern among families and physicians. According to the 2010 US Census Bureau,...
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iCare Community Magazine
- Jan 28, 2021
- 2 min
Brain Games for Seniors
Aging is different for everyone. In fact, the appearance of age is so different from person to person that I is nearly impossible to...
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iCare Community Magazine
- Jan 28, 2021
- 3 min
What is the Cost of Assisted Living
One of the first questions to emerge during the search for an assisted living community is how much it will cost. Many variables will...
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iCare Community Magazine
- Dec 30, 2020
- 5 min
Yoga For Seniors – How to Get Started and Why You Should
You’re never too old to reap the rewards of yoga. For seniors who are looking for a safe, effective way to enhance their physical health...
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iCare Community Magazine
- Nov 30, 2020
- 3 min
Older Workers Face Higher Unemployment Amid Virus Pandemic
The pandemic has wreaked havoc on employment for people of all ages. But researchers found that during its course, workers 55 and older...
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iCare Community Magazine
- Nov 30, 2020
- 4 min
Seniors and a Difficult Holiday Season: 5 Ways to Stay Cheerful
Seniors may find the holiday season less than joyous for a variety of reasons, but here are a few to consider: Limited mobility: Many...
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iCare Community Magazine
- Oct 28, 2020
- 2 min
Impacts of COVID-19 on the Elderly
around the world, the impacts of the recent pandemic, both immediate and repercussive, cannot be overstated. Deaths, economic downturns...
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iCare Community Magazine
- Oct 28, 2020
- 1 min
NHPCO Urges HHS to Support Hospice Community with Essential COVID-19 Testing Resources
Testing Needs of the Hospice Community Continue to Grow (Alexandria, Va) - In a letter sent to Department of Health and Human Services...
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iCare Community Magazine
- Oct 28, 2020
- 1 min
November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month
November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. This year’s theme is “It’s About How You Live.” Hospice and palliative care...
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iCare Community Magazine
- Sep 29, 2020
- 3 min
20 Warning Signs That An Elderly Driver Is No Longer Safe Behind The Wheel
We’ve all heard stories about the dangers of elderly drivers. A senior woman accidentally hits the accelerator instead of the brake pedal...
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iCare Community Magazine
- Sep 29, 2020
- 2 min
How to Notice Signs of Functional Decline in Seniors
After a certain age, some level of decline should be expected year after year. In our forties and fifties, this decline is incremental....
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