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By Sharon O'Brien, About.com Guide to Senior Living since 2004

Elderly Depression: Maintenance Treatment Prevents Recurrence

Friday November 30, 2007
Treatment for people with elderly depression can often be successful, but a study reports that the key to long-term success includes continuing treatment for a maintenance period after you start ... Read More

How to Stay Warm and Healthy in Winter

Wednesday November 28, 2007
Cold drafts can make it hard to stay warm in winter. They can also cost you hundreds of dollars and compromise your health. These tips will help you stay warm, ... Read More

5 Steps to Help You Through the Grieving Process

Tuesday November 20, 2007
It's hard to lose someone you feel especially close to, whether that's a family member, friend, or even a beloved companion animal. And for many people, grieving is increased during ... Read More

Credit Card Late Fees: How Much Will It Really Cost You?

Monday November 19, 2007
As the holiday shopping season begins, it's important to be careful with credit cards. Credit card late fees have nearly tripled in the past decade as credit card companies make ... Read More

How to Spot Depression in Seniors

Thursday November 15, 2007
Senior depression can be hard to identify, because depression in seniors doesn't look the same as depression in children and younger adults. Learning to spot the signs of senior depression ... Read More

How Well Does Your Hospital Provide Critical Care?

Wednesday November 14, 2007
If you suffer a heart attack, heart failure or pneumonia, which critical care services are recommended to give you the best chance of recovery? And can you trust your local ... Read More

Aging and Attention: Older Adults Not as Distractible as Previously Reported

Monday November 12, 2007
Older adults with medical problems like Alzheimer's and dementia often have significant difficulty focusing their attention. But what about older adults who are healthy? Is there a cause and effect ... Read More

Get a Free Copy of the Pocket Guide to Staying Healthy at 50+

Friday November 9, 2007
The Pocket Guide to Staying Healthy at 50+ offers health tips on a range of subjects including how to talk to your doctor how to take charge of your health which shots to ... Read More

How to Get Free Medicare Information

Thursday November 8, 2007
With all of the Medicare benefits and regulations, plus the Medicare Prescription Drug Plan, taking advantage of your Medicare benefits can be a daunting task. But help is available...here's how ... Read More

4 Best Exercises for Older Adults

Tuesday November 6, 2007
Being active helps to keep your body and mind at their best, and a balanced exercise program offers the best all-around benefits. These four best exercises for older adults are ... Read More

When You Change Your Clocks, Check Smoke Alarms and Carbon Monoxide Alarms

Monday November 5, 2007
Changing your clocks from standard time to daylight savings time and back again each year can help you stay on schedule and reduce your use of electricity. Using just one ... Read More

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