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Tips to Make the Bathroom a Safe Space for Seniors
Sometimes the smallest room in the house — the bathroom — can cause the greatest risk. One in four people...
Dipti Shah, Adult Daycare Services Coordinator, Universal Metro Asian Services. Photo by Jim Vondruska
Spice of Life
Embracing cultural traditions engages seniors, honoring their heritage Above: Dipti Shah, Adult Daycare...
Senior with blanket and hot beverage
Help Your Loved Ones Stay Safe This Winter
Winter in Chicago is a challenging time for many people. But for older adults, it is especially fraught...
Anthology of Grayslake and Wheaton, Respite Care
Respite Care Offers Double the Good Feelings
Tired caregivers may not always know where to turn when it comes to supporting a beloved older family...
Planning Ahead: Understanding changes in long-term care insurance
Planning Ahead
Understanding changes in long-term care insurance  We’re two years into the Covid-19 pandemic,...
Aging Alone: Solo agers must make plans for support
Aging Alone
Solo agers must make plans for support Older adults are living longer and — more often — living alone...
Man in physical therapy for chronic pain receiving treatment for back pain
Finding Relief
Treatments target chronic pain and inflammation On most days for the past 25 years, 79-year-old Arthur...
Woman examining her eyeglasses, low vision concept
Magnifying Low Vision
Strategies help older adults adjust to life with vision loss  As we age, it can be hard to see well enough...
foods that contain fiber
Fending off Disease
Fiber helps digestive health, but most people aren’t consuming enough You’ve heard that you need to eat...
Seniors practicing balance exercises
Core Issues
Strengthen muscles to improve balance and stability Some adults become less stable on their feet as they...
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