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Sleeping Well Into Older Adulthood

Posted on June 12, 2013 by admin

Older adults experience changes in sleeping patterns and habits that are part of normal phases of development. Changes in sleeping patterns, though, do not mean that sleep quality should diminish. Older adults require quality sleep every night in order to … Continue reading →

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Forgiveness-It’s Good For Your Health!

Posted on June 3, 2013 by admin

Mother Theresa once said, “If we really want to love we must learn how to forgive.” Forgiving, though, is not an easy process. In fact, the difficulty of forgiving others is often the reason for the ending of friendships and … Continue reading →

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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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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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2013 New Years Resolution

Posted on December 26, 2012 by admin

New Years resolutions are easy to make and easy to break. If you’re an older adult, it’s likely that you’ve made dozens of resolutions over the years. Perhaps there were some resolutions that you kept and others that you broke. … 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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Boo! Halloween At Doolittle Home

Posted on November 8, 2012 by admin

Click here to open the gallery. Halloween was a special day for Doolittle Home residents.  Youngsters from The Crossroads Children Center visited Doolittle Home with smiles and dressed up as policeman, princesses, Superheros, fairies and more. As a tradition, The … 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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You’re Invited

Posted on September 21, 2012 by admin

If you are considering options for long-term care or that of your parents or loved ones, we cordially invite you to explore the Doolittle Home, a “hidden gem” located just off Foxboro Common on Bird Street. Please join us for … Continue reading →

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Is CPR Right for My Loved One?

Posted on September 14, 2012 by admin

CPR For Older Adults Understanding the benefits of CPR on older adults’ health is important, especially if an older person is in your care. Determining whether CPR is an appropriate medical treatment for your loved one requires some knowledge of … Continue reading →

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