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The Link Between Menopause and Alzheimer’s: What Women Need to Know
Emerging research reveals a powerful connection between menopause and brain health, suggesting hormonal changes may influence Alzheimer’s...
Brittney Pierce
2 days ago3 min read


Letting Go of Control and Accepting Help as You Age
Aging is an inescapable part of life, yet many struggle to accept it. We live in a culture that praises the virtues of youth, where aging...
Brittney Pierce
6 days ago4 min read


Older Americans Have a 1 in 8 Risk of Traumatic Brain Injury
As we age, the risk of serious injuries increases, and one of the most concerning threats to older adults is traumatic brain injury...
Brittney Pierce
Mar 312 min read


The Role of Patience in Dementia Care
Caring for someone with dementia requires more than just medical support—it takes patience, understanding, and flexibility. Many...
Brittney Pierce
Mar 242 min read


The Power of Compassionate Communication in Dementia Care
Communicating with a loved one who has dementia can be a challenge, especially as memory loss and language difficulties progress. Asking...
Brittney Pierce
Mar 202 min read


The surprising link between oral health and flu season
Flu season often is seen as a time for stocking up on tissues and staying warm, but for older adults, it can mean more serious risks....
Brittney Pierce
Mar 104 min read


How Memory Care Programs Can Reduce Hospitalizations
The high rate of hospitalizations for residents with dementia raises complex issues. A research article published by the Alzheimer's...
Brittney Pierce
Mar 34 min read


How to Wash Elderly Hair in Bed
There is something about having freshly washed hair and brushed teeth that just makes a person feel clean and ready to take on the day....
Brittney Pierce
Feb 243 min read


A Senior’s Guide to Beating the Winter Blues
February is here, bringing bone-chilling temperatures and seemingly endless gray skies. And while the cold weather and shorter days may...
Brittney Pierce
Feb 172 min read


How to Cut Processed Foods Out of Your Diet
Modern nutrition science increasingly points to the significant health risks associated with processed foods. While seemingly harmless,...
Brittney Pierce
Feb 105 min read


Considering Memory Care: Recognize the Signs and Initiate a Conversation
Caring for a loved one who is experiencing memory loss or cognitive decline can be an emotionally and physically taxing experience. As...
Brittney Pierce
Feb 37 min read


Goal Setting
It’s not just the attainment of a goal that should desired, but also embracing the path, the journey. D iscipline is important to attain...
Brittney Pierce
Jan 292 min read