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By Embrace In-Home Care, 9:00 am on April 10, 2017

Growing old is a natural part of life, but it can also be stressful. We often find our senior loved ones harboring fears about the future that most of us cannot relate to. Living alone at home in the golden years can present a few unique challenges. Trust in Green…

By Embrace In-Home Care, 9:00 am on March 27, 2017

Aging is a natural part of life, and seniors could experience some gradual age-related changes during this process. These changes may occur at different times for different seniors, depending on their lifestyle choices and family histories. Seniors who want to remain healthy as they age can benefit in a variety…

By Embrace In-Home Care, 9:00 am on March 13, 2017

Designed to stimulate the hippocampus, a new brain prosthetic may be capable of minimizing Alzheimer’s symptoms. Named after its innovator, Thomas Berger of the University of Southern California, the Berger Chip mimics the neuron functions in the portion of the brain affected by Alzheimer’s. While the Berger Chip cannot upload…

By Embrace In-Home Care, 9:00 am on February 27, 2017

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, dementia has become so pervasive that more people are dying from it than from breast and prostate cancer combined. Researchers believe one in three seniors will succumb to Alzheimer’s and other dementia-related disorders within the next 20 years. Dementia is a comprehensive condition, and it…

By Embrace In-Home Care, 9:00 am on February 20, 2017

A senior-friendly restaurant has everything from healthy food to the perfect ambiance to lighten up a senior’s day. Green Valley home care professionals discuss 4 restaurants to make your aging loved one’s wining and dining experience memorable. 1. Twist and Shout This award-winning 50s restaurant at 720 West Calle Arroyo…

By Embrace In-Home Care, 9:00 am on February 13, 2017

Libraries are an invaluable community resource for seniors. Green Valley home care experts often advise aging adults to go visit the library every now and then. Here are a few reasons why seniors should check out their local library. 1. Community Outreach Programs The local library may have programs geared…

By Embrace In-Home Care, 9:00 am on February 6, 2017

National Caregivers Day is just around the corner, and it is time to show a caregiver you appreciate all he or she is doing for your senior loved one and the family. Green Valley, AZ, senior care experts suggest you express your appreciation to a caregiver with one of these…

By Embrace In-Home Care, 9:00 am on January 23, 2017

Working post-retirement is a great way to pad a fixed income, and it can also give seniors a sense of purpose and allow them to maintain robust social lives. However, age can sometimes affect a person’s overall marketability. Green Valley home care professionals share 5 tips your senior loved one…

By Embrace In-Home Care, 9:00 am on January 16, 2017

Seniors who believe they are too old to exercise might want to look at the accomplishments of other older adults for inspiration. Green Valley home care professionals want to share the amazing stories of 4 seniors who enjoy running and have made names for themselves because of their physical prowess….

By Embrace In-Home Care, 9:00 am on January 9, 2017

Over the last year, the Better Hearing Institute has released a number of studies that link untreated hearing loss to diminished cognitive function. Seniors who have been diagnosed with even minor hearing problems often experience much higher rates of memory loss as well. Though the connection between hearing loss and…