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A senior couple packing cardboard boxes in preparation for downsizing their home.
Independent Living

5 Unexpected Benefits of Downsizing Your Home

The next chapter of your life is a blank page on which you can write the story...

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An older adult stretching with her short-term rehab caregiver.
Short-Term Rehabilitation

Is Short-Term Rehabilitation Necessary? Here’s Everything You Need to Know

Surgeries, hospitalizations, and other procedures can take a toll on the body....

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Mother and daughter looking at picture while packing boxes to move to assisted living.
Levels of Living

Moving to Assisted Living Checklist: 9 Steps to Help You Prepare

Whether you have been living in independent living or a home outside of a...

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A senior couple using a laptop to plan for their future care.
Independent Living

Planning for Your Future Care in 5 Steps

Future-care planning involves ensuring your health decisions will be followed...

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A senior woman walking in the park with her daughter. Their arms are linked.
Long-Term Care

Fall Prevention Strategies: 7 Ways to Reduce Injury Risk

Every year, nearly 36 million older adults fall. Falling can undermine your...

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senior couple looking at home decor
Memory Support

The Importance of Home Decor in Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care

Ensuring the comfort and safety of a family member living with Alzheimer’s...

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caretaker helping senior man with a walker
At-Home Services

Home health care: All providers are not created equal!

When Chris was preparing for knee-replacement surgery, he thought his recovery...

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senior couple stretching in park
Independent Living

Assisted Living Versus Independent Living: What's the Difference?

How do you hope to spend your next act? Whether you want to read all the...

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Fall in Des Moines
Des Moines

Your Guide to Must-Visit Fall Attractions in Des Moines

If you’re already fantasizing about sweaters, pumpkin spice, and everything...

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