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Thank You! Thank You! Thank You!
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During this time of the year when our minds naturally turn to the idea of being thankful,
all of us at Gilbert Guide wanted you to know just how grateful we are to you, our loyal readers.
So this year when you are reminded of the happiness that life affords, such as carving into a
delicious-smelling turkey, deciding a second piece of pie doesn't count on your diet since it's
a holiday or just reconnecting with your family or friends, we just wanted you to know that you
are one of the things that make us really happy. And we hope to return the favor by continuing to
bring out innovative voices and trusted solutions to you for many years to come.
Happy reading—and eating!
The Gilbert Guide Team
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Separating Fact from Fallacy: Is It Alzheimer's or Aging?
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 Do
you ever catch yourself or a family member saying, "I
just can't remember?" My guess is: probably so! After
age 30, we lose approximately 0.8 to 0.9% of our organ
reserve each year. This includes the brain. There is
a decrease in the weight and volume of the brain and
accompanying reduction in our cognition. Simply put,
our brains shrink as we age.
Perhaps you've wondered what is considered "normal" memory loss, the kind many of us associate with aging, and what
constitutes dementia. There are distinct differences between the two, which we will examine here. read more
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Osteoporosis: Prevention, Treatment & Risk Factors
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Most people consider it natural that our bones grow
weak with age. Indeed, without preventative measures
such as a long-term diet with calcium and vitamin D
supplements and a weight-bearing exercise program designed
to promote and maintain bone strength to offset the
increased bone-tissue breakdown that begins in middle
age, bones can become porous, brittle, and ultimately
subject to spontaneous fractures. This gradual bone
loss is called osteoporosis, and for women, it will
accelerate after menopause.
Osteoporosis is responsible for more than 1.5 million fractures annually, mostly of the hip, spine and wrist.
Ten million Americans already have osteoporosis and 34 million more have a low bone mass, placing
them at increased risk for osteoporosis.
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Aging in Place Technology |
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Aging in Place Technology: Medication Reminders
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I admit it: I often forget to take my fish oil tablet,
one of the several tactics my doctor recommends to drive
down my bad cholesterol. It's a fact of life; everyone
forgets to take a medication dose at one time or another.
But as we age, the list of medications prescribed by
our doctors grows and the number of times per day we
have to think about it multiplies.
For a growing number of Americans, forgetting a
medication dose or taking the wrong dose can threaten both health and quality of life. This failure to
follow the doctor's prescribed orders is what the medical community calls "noncompliance" or, more
recently, "non-adherence." Both of these terms mean the same thing: that the patient is not properly
following a prescription regimen.
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Financial Planning for Retirement |
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Advice for Seniors: Managing the Financial Market Turmoil & Economic Crisis
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I have recently been reminded of the wisdom that only
comes with time. My senior clients ave once again shown
incredible resiliency in handling the severe crash of
the financial markets as well as the significant recession
now on our doorstep. Their years of experience bring
invaluable perception that helps them face losses of
gains and their fears of dealing with an uncertain future.
It always amazes me when I get calls from clients who
say, "I merely want to know how you are doing" and "do
we buy?"
They remind me of the past markets and economic downturns, the impact it had on them, including what happened in
the long-term, and the benefits of the different strategies and choices we implemented. It reminds me that we have
grown, changed, and now share the wisdom we gained from our past experiences.
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Using Mediation to Manage Conflict in Long Term Care Facilities
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Conflict in any location where human beings congregate
is inevitable. We are all evolutionarily programmed
to defend ourselves when threatened, and to protect
ourselves if we believe we are being wronged, even if
the perceived attack is emotional rather than physical.
Seniors are no exception.
When individuals who have lived independently in their own homes for many years are thrust together with caregivers
in situations over which they have only partial control, conflict may boil up.
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Geriatric Care Management |
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How to Help Seniors Cope with Pet Loss
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It's been three months since my dear cat Jimmy died
and last week, in my kitchen, I found myself carefully
standing clear of the space where his food and water
bowls sat for the sixteen years of his life. I was reminded
of my loss, this time with a lesser grief, but with
great sadness nevertheless.
The loss of a pet is cause for genuine grief. Companion animals provide a level of acceptance,
love and presence throughout their lifetimes. They provide meaningful relationships, which are so
important to our lives.
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