ALZHEIMER’S AND MEMORY LOSS
FORGETFULNESS: KNOWING WHEN TO ASK FOR HELP
Includes information on age-related changes in memory, other causes of memory loss, keeping your memory sharp, and more serious memory problems.
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LEGAL AND FINANCIAL PLANNING FOR PEOPLE WITH ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE
FACT SHEET
Tips from the National Institute on Aging.
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DEATH AND DYING
ADVANCE CARE PLANNING
What is Advance Care Planning? Getting started. Making your wishes known. Making it official. Looking toward the future.
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FIVE WISHES: A LIVING WILL
An easy-to-complete living will.
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MOURNING THE DEATH OF A SPOUSE
What can you do? Do men and women feel the same way? Is there more to do? Taking charge of your life. What about going out?
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DEPRESSION
UNDERSTANDING DEPRESSION
Includes treatment basics, your treatment options, helping yourself, a note to family members.
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HEALTHCARE AND HOSPITALIZATION
WHEN YOUR LOVED ONE IS HOSPITALIZED
Have needed legal documents in place. Be prepared to provide information. Be a part of the healthcare team.
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CHOOSING A DOCTOR
Distinguish what kind of doctor is needed and helpful questions to consider.
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Hospital Hints
How to prepare for a hospital stay. Includes safety tips and what to take with you.
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MEDICINES: USE THEM SAFELY
What are medicines? At your doctor’s office. Ask your pharmacist.
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HEARING LOSS
HEARING LOSS
How do I know if I have a hearing loss? What should I do? What causes hearing loss? What different types of hearing loss are there?
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MANAGING CARE
Elder Abuse
Defines types of abuse and what can be done to prevent it.
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SO FAR AWAY: 20 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ABOUT LONG-DISTANCE CAREGIVING
Problem solving tips for caring for a loved one from afar.
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PROFESSIONAL GERIATRIC CARE MANAGERS
Here’s what a professional geriatric care manager can do for you.
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ONLINE HEALTH INFORMATION: CAN YOU TRUST IT?
How do I find reliable health information online? What questions should I ask? Places to start.
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PREVENTIVE HEALTH
EXERCISE AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY: GETTING FIT FOR LIFE
Four ways to be active and other tips to get you moving.
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Fatigue: More Than Being Tired
Includes tips on how to identify signs of fatigue and how to address chronic tiredness.
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HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE
Do you have it and how to control it.
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OLDER ADULTS AND ALCOHOL
How much is too much?
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Taking Care of Your Teeth and Mouth
Includes dental health basics, how to brush, visiting the dentist and eating right.
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Osteoporosis: The Bone ThIEf
How to recognize and prevent bone loss.
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Smell and Taste: Spice of Life
How to spot changes in the ability to smell and taste.
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MANAGING STRESS
Filled with a variety of practical tips and advice, this brochure is an essential guide for managing stress. Includes stress triggers and symptoms, relaxation techniques, lifestyle changes, stretching exercises, and environment modifications.
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OLDER DRIVERS
Includes information on trouble seeing, dementia and driving slower, reaction time and reflexes, medications and their affect on driving.
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PARTICIPATING IN ACTIVITIES YOU ENJOY – MORE THAN JUST FUN AND GAMES
Tips from the National Institute On Aging.
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SEXUALITY IN LATER LIFE
Guide includes what are normal changes, what causes sexual problems, safe sex and age, and can emotions play a part.
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WALKING FOR BETTER HEALTH
Guide includes a walking game plan, safety tips, health benefits, and overcoming roadblocks and excuses.
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RETIREMENT PLANNING
SAVING FOR RETIREMENT: WHAT DO YOU KNOW?
When you picture your retirement, what do you see? Most people look forward to relaxing and enjoying themselves. But how can you make that picture a reality? This booklet is written for people who are just starting to learn about saving for retirement. What you can do and what the experts say about making a savings plan now.
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SENIOR HOUSING
SENIOR HOUSING: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
A resource designed to help families facing difficult decisions concerning housing and care for an elderly loved one.
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NURSING HOMES: MAKING THE RIGHT CHOICE
What is a nursing home? How do you choose? Do nursing homes have to meet standards? Paying for nursing home care.
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THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE HOME – FOR GROWING OLD
Tips from the National Institute on Aging.