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Is twice a night too much?
Many older adults complain of having to get up several times in the night to pee. Some of this is a normal part of aging. Our bladder...
Ann Hollander
Jun 29, 20202 min read
Cooling down to make a decision
Our fight-flight-or-freeze reactions are deeply embedded in our body and brain. In intense situations, they take over. As a family...
Ann Hollander
Jun 22, 20202 min read
Coronavirus scams
Scammers thrive in crises. The Federal Trade Commission is reporting a surge in fraud complaints. Bad actors are leveraging fear and...
Ann Hollander
Jun 15, 20202 min read
Removing "junk stimulation"
If you were asked to name the stresses in your life, you might think first about all the tasks and responsibilities you are juggling. Or...
Ann Hollander
Jun 8, 20202 min read
Signs of osteoporosis
Does the person you care for seem to have shrunk a bit? Pants are too long? Can't reach items on their regular shelf? You can see the top...
Ann Hollander
Jun 1, 20202 min read
When broccoli is bad for you
"Kale smoothie, anyone?" Maybe not…. Good nutrition has always been a mainstay of good health. Indeed, there is growing awareness of the...
Ann Hollander
May 25, 20202 min read
Avoiding regret
Family caregivers are often thrust into the role of making decisions for a loved one. Some decisions are relatively small: Purchase a...
Ann Hollander
May 18, 20202 min read
Common misconceptions about hospice
Many families caring for a seriously ill loved one struggle alone unnecessarily. They miss out on vital support services because they...
Ann Hollander
May 11, 20202 min read
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