You're not alone in feeling pulled in multiple directions. Many families find themselves caring for aging parents while still actively raising children—a...
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The Sandwich Generation Guide to Balancing Care: Supporting Parents While Raising Kids
Topics: Senior Living, Caregivers
A Beginner's Guide to Senior Living Terminology
Finding the right care for yourself or someone you love is one of life's most important decisions. As you begin this journey, you'll learn a whole new...
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What Are the Benefits of Intergenerational Programs?
We’ve probably all heard about the so-called “generation gap,” which tends to emphasize the differences between and among different age groups. By contrast,...
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Never Stop Growing: Lifelong U Brings Learning to Life
Learning continues as we age. While many seniors explore options like free college classes and continuing education programs, The Goodman Group takes another...
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How to Help Your Parents Navigate Their Limitations
As we work our way through life, we naturally experience changes in what we can do independently. As caregivers, we have an opportunity to support our aging...
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Essential Factors in Choosing Skilled Care After Hospitalization
When your loved one is hospitalized for surgery or a medical ailment, families often focus on immediate needs while also planning for recovery. The...
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What to Pack for Skilled Care
When family members speak with the intake teams at The Goodman Group’s managed communities, they often ask what their loved one should bring with them when...
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Effective Functional Fitness Exercises for Seniors
The National Institutes of Health recommends functional fitness exercises that support four fitness goals for seniors: endurance, strength, balance and...
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Preventing Caregiver Burnout: Self-Care Tips for Healthy Living
“If you’re traveling with someone who requires assistance, secure your mask first, then help the other person.”
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Technology for Seniors: The Benefits of Video Games and Virtual Reality
When you think of a "gamer," you probably don't think of a 65-year-old woman spending her afternoon on a gaming console. But think again—an estimated 29% of...
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