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November 30, 2020Nov 30, 2020Managing grief over the holidays
The death of someone we love is difficult in itself. Grief is made even more difficult during this holiday season, with the challenges amidst the pandemic, such as the inabili...
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November 30, 2020Nov 30, 2020Health Brief: Eat smart this holiday season
Older adults – especially those living with diabetes – can stick to a meal plan that ensures they’ll keep both their weight and blood sugar in check.
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November 20, 2020Nov 20, 2020Getting older doesn’t have to mean losing your teeth!
By Alicia M. Colombo New oral challenges often develop as you grow older. Common dental problems that seniors experience include dry mouth, tooth decay, gum disease and oral c...
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November 19, 2020Nov 19, 2020Ask the Expert: Self-care is essential for caregivers
This month, we sat down with Cheryl Clark-Woods, MSW, who serves as director of Philadelphia Corporation for Aging’s (PCA) Caregiver Support Program. Available to both careg...
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November 17, 2020Nov 17, 2020PCA encourages donors to support older Philadelphians this #GivingTuesday
Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) will once again take part in the annual #GivingTuesday campaign, observed this year on Tuesday, Dec. 1. Each year, #GivingTuesday rais...
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November 4, 2020Nov 4, 2020Recipe Box: Hearty meals can be healthy meals
For those caring for loved ones during a pandemic, cooking can seem like just an extra chore that requires even more time many of us can’t afford. Fortunately, as we move in...
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November 4, 2020Nov 4, 2020Our golden years: Advice from one grandmother to others
A Reader Submission Some of us look forward to retirement and freedom from work. Some look forward to no longer waking up early, rushing to get to work on time, producing f...
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November 4, 2020Nov 4, 2020Caregiving during a pandemic
By Shannon Reyes As the nation moves into its eighth month since the widespread effects of the COVID-19 pandemic were first felt, many are wondering when life will return t...
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November 4, 2020Nov 4, 2020The unique challenges of LGBT caregiving
Mary Anna Rodabaugh Caregiving for seniors is a journey filled with rewards, as well as setbacks. LGBT caregivers often face additional, unique challenges. According to the LG...
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