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The Importance Of Nixing Salt From Your Diet As An Older Adult

Posted on March 20, 2013 by admin

March is National Nutrition month! If you’re an older adult struggling with diet-related health issues, now is the time to overhaul your nutrition and eating behaviors. A report from ABC News suggests that by 2030 more than half of all … Continue reading →

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Seasonal Affective Disorder Blues?

Posted on March 20, 2013 by admin

Are you concerned about an older adult who seems withdrawn, disengaged, tired, and irritable? These signs may point to a number of issues. However, they also might be related to the cold, dark, winter season. Many people suffer from Seasonal … Continue reading →

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Preserving Memories With Scrapbooking

Posted on March 20, 2013 by admin

The year 2012 has come and gone and 2013 is well underway. How are you going to preserve the wonderful memories that you and your loved ones shared last year? If you are caring for an older adult, you may … Continue reading →

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Older Adults Falling in Love

Posted on February 14, 2013 by admin

Falling in love as an older adult is a blissful, fulfilling feeling. You’ve likely fallen in love many times before in your life. But, there’s something unique about meeting a special person in your older years. Once you’ve felt an … Continue reading →

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Volunteering: It’s Good For Your Health

Posted on January 21, 2013 by admin

Many Americans volunteer. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that over 60 million people volunteered between 2010 and 2011. Volunteering is great for your health and your community. Research suggests that individuals who are 60 years and older have the … Continue reading →

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The Interact Group Visits Doolittle Home

Posted on December 3, 2012 by admin

Click here to open the gallery. November was an exceptionally busy month for activities at Doolittle Home. Entertainer Duane Sullivan filled the home with music, a new afternoon tea party program was added and the Interact Group of Foxboro provided … Continue reading →

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Alzheimer’s Disease And Holiday Caregiver Tips

Posted on November 20, 2012 by admin

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the most common form of dementia, affecting nearly 5 million Americans. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, AD accounts for 50 to 80 percent of dementia cases. Unfortunately, there is currently no cure for AD.  However, President … Continue reading →

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Dental Hygiene: Facts and Suggestions

Posted on October 19, 2012 by admin

Good oral hygiene and dental care is critical to the well being of older adults. Unfortunately, many older adults have dental issues that could have been prevented through routine care and regular visits to a dentist. If you are an … Continue reading →

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Doolittle Home Hosts This Month’s BNG Meeting

Posted on October 16, 2012 by admin

Click here to open the gallery. Thank you to all who attended the BNG (Bristol Networking Group) meeting at Doolittle Home today. Thank you to Karole Nicholson for organizing the group, and thanks you to Pam Greenfield for educating us … Continue reading →

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Summertime Safety Tips For Diabetics

Posted on July 27, 2012 by admin

It’s Summertime!  Here, in New England, that means high temps and humidity that can leave just about everyone a little wilted.  But folks who are diabetic may have a special challenge.  “People with diabetes have an impaired ability to sweat, … Continue reading →

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