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Caregiving Long Distance: How to Make a Long-Distance Relationship Work
We don’t need to see the latest romance movie to understand that long-distance relationships often do not work. Thankfully, there are some things families can do to make a long-distance caregiving relationship work
read moreRaise Awareness and Help End Alzheimer’s on The Longest Day
June is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month and each year on the longest day of the year — the summer solstice on June 21 — the Alzheimer’s Association promotes The Longest Day events around the nation and across the globe.
read moreBetter Understanding for Better Care: How TULIPS Training Helps Our Staff Provide the Best Care to Residents with Parkinson’s Disease
At The Cottages, we strive to provide the very best care to our residents. To that end, education and training for our staff is essential. When we opened our new building in Round Rock in 2011, we began the TULIPS Parkinson’s certification training for our staff.
read more6 Tips for Heart-Healthy Living for Seniors
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States, and the older we get, the higher our risk.
read moreAlzheimer’s vs. Dementia: What’s the Difference?
The terms Alzheimer’s and dementia are often used synonymously, but they aren’t the same. Knowing the difference between the two can help you better understand your loved one’s diagnosis and how to provide the best care.
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