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Ann Hollander

Where are the paid caregivers?

Frustrated in your search for a paid caregiver? You are not alone. There is an extreme shortage of helpers right now. Even before COVID,...

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Long-distance caregiving

Distance makes caregiving more challenging, from knowing what's needed, to getting tasks accomplished. Here are some tips: Stay in touch....

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The yearly "Wellness Visit"

Catching things early is big with Medicare. Every year, all Medicare enrollees are eligible for a free "Wellness Visit" with their...

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Are you the primary caregiver?

In most families, there is one person who takes on the lion's share of caring for an aging loved one. Perhaps it's the oldest daughter....

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Dry eye syndrome

Our eyes show us the world. If something goes wrong with them, it can affect our total well-being. Dry eye syndrome makes eyes feel...

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Cold weather safety tips for indoors

The dangers of cold weather are obvious outdoors. But there are dangers indoors, too, most often because the house thermostat is set too...

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Healing torn relations

Take any roomful of people and likely two-thirds of them have relatives who aren't talking to each other. Families are messy. Hurts...

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Dementia and small children

The grandparent–grandchild relationship can be precious, like no other. But even young children notice if Grandma or Grandpa isn't acting...

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