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From “We” to “Me”: How to Overcome Loneliness After the Death of a Spouse
While grief is a difficult time in any person's life, it can be especially challenging following the death of a spouse or mate. There’s not only the loss of a romantic partner, but also a companion...
Sunday, March 31, 2019
How to Choose the Right Assisted Living Facility
There are currently more than 51,000 assisted living facilities in the United States. While they generally serve the same population and support the same housing goals, they vary widely by size, cu...
Sunday, March 24, 2019
Seven Ways to Help a Loved One Bereaved by Suicide
“That ton of bricks that is thrust upon your shoulders by a loved one’s suicide never goes away. But you do get stronger shoulders.” – Frank Kaufman
Increasingly, suicide is being viewed n...
Monday, March 11, 2019
Safe and Sound: What Every Senior Should Know About Home Safety
The global population is rapidly becoming dominated by senior citizens. By the year 2050, the senior population in the United States is expected to rise from 48 million to an astonishing 88 million...
Sunday, February 24, 2019
Being There for a Caregiver: How You Can Ease the Burden
Caregivers are driven by their compassion and desire to support their loved one on his or her end-of-life journey. Motivated by concern, caregivers often neglect their own needs and forget about ta...
Sunday, February 17, 2019
Have a Good Death: Making the Most of the Final Stages of Life
Why is it so important to understand what to expect at the end of life? Because if we know the conditions for a good death, we are more apt to prepare ourselves and the ones we love to die with dig...
Sunday, February 10, 2019
Important Tips for a Memorable Eulogy
Writing a meaningful eulogy may seem like a daunting task. You may have mixed emotions about it, too.
Part of you likely is honored by the request but you may also feel anxious and not sure how t...
Friday, January 25, 2019
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Want to Create a Meaningful Tribute? Don't Overlook the Importance of Obituaries
The importance of obituaries cannot be overstated because they are the place where our loved ones’ life stories are recorded forever.
Obituaries are an important way of publicly remembering the pe...
Medical Alert Systems for Seniors: Six Important Things to Know
A medical alert system ensures that older adults can access help when needed, regardless of where they are in their homes. &nb...
Planning a Cremation Memorial Service? Here are Seven Important Things to Do
A cremation memorial service allows you to honor your loved one’s life in a way that reflects their personality and values.
Whether you’re hosting a small gathering or a larger ceremony, there are...
Preventing Winter Falls: Eight Safety Tips Every Senior Should Know
By planning ahead and being mindful of hazards, preventing winter falls can help seniors enjoy the season safely.
While winter can be a beautiful time of the year, it also poses unique safety chal...
Memorial Service FAQs: Key Information to Help You Honor Your Loved One
When planning a tribute, memorial service FAQs can help you navigate the details to properly honor your loved one’s life and legacy.
A memorial service or celebration of life is an uplifting cerem...
What is the Role of the Funeral Home? Five Things Everyone Should Know
The role of a funeral home extends far beyond logistics it’s about guiding families through loss with care and compassion.
Dealing with the loss is a challenging and emotional journey. The grievin...
Do You Know the Hidden Hazards? Six Surprising Ways Pneumonia Can Develop
Do You Know the Hidden Hazards? Six Surprising Ways Pneumonia Can Develop
From unseen hazards to surprising sources, the ways pneumonia can develop are wider-ranging than you may think.
P...