Looking for a skilled nursing facility for a loved one is a daunting task to undertake. It is fraught with questions, doubt, anxiety, and innumerable difficult choices. With a growing senior population, finding a facility that offers top-notch specialized care and services, compassion, and experienced staff is crucial for families. Haven Health is the best…
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It’s not the most glamorous part of getting older but, unfortunately, arthritis can be a part of aging for some. Nearly one in four American adults (24% to be exact) struggle with arthritis and arthritis is the number one cause of work-related disability, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Therefore, it…
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While getting older can impact your ability to participate in some types of enjoyable activities, board games are an activity that anybody can enjoy. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), while roughly 6.2 million Americans 65 or older have Alzheimer’s disease (the most common form of dementia), it has been estimated…
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There’s no age limit for celebrating Valentine’s Day. It’s a holiday for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re in a romantic relationship or not, you can still use today as an opportunity to honor all the love you have in your life. Whatever stage of life you may find yourself in, old or young, you can…
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It can be difficult to admit when you or a loved one needs some extra help, but know you’re not alone. Everyone needs help sometimes. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), roughly 818,800 Americans live in residential care communities. Residential care facilities can range from communities offering private yet communal environments…
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In our modern age, sending and receiving handwritten letters has become somewhat of a novelty. If you’ve ever received a letter or card from a loved one, you know just how special it feels. With technology and smartphones, instant communication is at our fingertips. For some reason, however, it just doesn’t feel as fulfilling as…
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Whether your wound is from an injury or from surgery, it is important to follow your doctor’s recommendations for preventing infections. In either case, it’s essential that you monitor the wound for signs of infection. According to Johns Hopkins Medicine, the risk of developing a surgical site infection is somewhere between 1% and 3%. The…
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Cataracts are a condition most have heard of, but very few know about. It is often associated with the elderly, and while it is more common in the elderly, it does not discriminate against anyone, regardless of age. So what are cataracts? A cataract occurs when the eye’s lens becomes “cloudy” or “foggy.” Things may…
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According to the Centers for Disease Control, COPD, or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. More than 15 million Americans are affected by COPD, and more than 150,000 Americans die due to COPD annually. That is one death every 4 minutes. COPD refers to a group…
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