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The Caregiver's Back To School Checklist We all know that the right tool is what is needed to get the job done. Kid's need school supplies, caregivers need their own tools for success too! There is no better time that back to school time to consider what is in your tool box. This is a great time to review and update your medication and allergy lists, think about your end-of-life wishes and document them on your MOLST form, review the location and content of your legal documents/will and ensure your medical insurance card is handy. Here's a checklist to make sure you are ready for caregiving no matter what time of year it is!
Can gym class, lunch and study hall prevent dementia? For those of us whose favorite classes were lunch, "study" hall and gym class-here's some good news! A new study published last month by the Journal of the American Medical Association found that participating in structured programs that focus on healthy eating, staying active, and socializing with others can actually lower the risk of memory loss and dementia. Even when we are born with a higher than average genetic risk of dementia, choosing healthier lifestyle behaviors can keep us in the drivers seat and in control of our destiny. As Abraham Lincoln once said, “It’s not the years in your life that count, it’s the life in your years.” This research is a powerful reminder that the choices we make every day including what we eat, how we move, and who we connect with can give us more energy, more connection, and more quality in the years ahead. |
