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Soak Up Some Vitamin D this Summer
Healthy Living Senior Care

Soak Up Some Vitamin D this Summer

Summer is finally here in Chicago, and after months of hibernating indoors it’s the perfect time to get outside and breathe...
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Industry Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Harris – Founder and CEO of ALZcarestore
Alzheimer's Disease

Industry Spotlight: Interview with Lynn Harris – Founder and CEO of ALZcarestore

Each year, thousands of families in America and around the world are affected by the scourge of Alzheimer's disease and...
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Upcoming Seminar: Cultural Competency and Diversity in the Healthcare Setting
Chicago Events Press Releases

Upcoming Seminar: Cultural Competency and Diversity in the Healthcare Setting

Cultural competency is critical to reducing health disparities and improving access to high quality healthcare.  Freedom Home Care invites you...
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The Shifting Nutrition Needs of Seniors
nutrition

The Shifting Nutrition Needs of Seniors

The human body has many stages where the nutrition needs may change, and old age is just one of these many...
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Ask the Expert: Planning Ahead for Long Term Care – Interview with Lauren A. Weldon, Elder Law Attorney, Margolis Weldon LLC
Long Term Care

Ask the Expert: Planning Ahead for Long Term Care – Interview with Lauren A. Weldon, Elder Law Attorney, Margolis Weldon LLC

If you're just starting to think about planning long term care for a loved one, or are already in the...
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You’ve Got Options – Get Outside!
Care Fun

You’ve Got Options – Get Outside!

Getting outside is one of the healthiest things we can do for our bodies and our minds. It improves long-distance...
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Join Freedom Home Care on April 14th and 15th: Shop at Sunset Foods in Highland Park and Help Support Kellogg Cancer Center
Chicago Events Freedom Home Care

Join Freedom Home Care on April 14th and 15th: Shop at Sunset Foods in Highland Park and Help Support Kellogg Cancer Center

Freedom Home Care is proud to sponsor the Be Part of the Cure Event coming up this summer! Next month, you...
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Georgia Man Walks Across the US to Fight Alzheimers
Alzheimer's Disease

Georgia Man Walks Across the US to Fight Alzheimers

As of last week, Jack Fussell has walked a total of 11,800 miles. He has staved off exhaustion and braved...
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National Patient Safety Awareness Week
Care

National Patient Safety Awareness Week

Freedom Home Care knows that our clients are the heart of our organization, and we want to make sure that...
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Skin Cell Testing May Lead to Early Detection of Dementia
Alzheimer's Disease

Skin Cell Testing May Lead to Early Detection of Dementia

Early detection of Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease may be as straightforward as testing patients’ skin, according to new research from...
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Seniors Get Better Sleep With Mindful Meditation
Healthy Living Senior Care

Seniors Get Better Sleep With Mindful Meditation

This month is national sleep awareness month, and senior adults need just as much sleep as young adults, maybe even...
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New Experimental Treatment Could Reverse the Effects of Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer's Disease Healthy Living

New Experimental Treatment Could Reverse the Effects of Alzheimer's Disease

As we age, our bodies and minds become unforgiving to the wear of time. Most people accept their physical decline...
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Studies Show that Playing Music May Help Improve and Protect Your Hearing
signs of aging

Studies Show that Playing Music May Help Improve and Protect Your Hearing

There are two types of cells in our ears that are sensitive to sound. The first is the inner hair,...
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It’s Never Too Late for Senior Health Improvements
Exercise Healthy Living

It’s Never Too Late for Senior Health Improvements

Even in old age, there’s no reason not to take care of yourself. Whether it’s a walk in the park...
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Quality Over Quantity: Big Changes to Medicare
Medicare

Quality Over Quantity: Big Changes to Medicare

The Obama Administration is enacting big changes in Medicare to reward healthcare providers for quality rather than quantity. Instead of...
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A Knock on the Door of a Neighborhood Senior Could Save a Life
Senior Care

A Knock on the Door of a Neighborhood Senior Could Save a Life

In the midst of dark winter weather, many elderly people are isolated at home, and this can be a dangerous...
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Studies Prove That Volunteering Helps Senior Health
Healthy Living

Studies Prove That Volunteering Helps Senior Health

Volunteering has a positive effect on everyone: the volunteers, the recipients of their care, and the community overall. New studies...
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Still Alice, Starring Julianne Moore, Gives Insight to Alzheimer’s struggle
Alzheimer's Disease

Still Alice, Starring Julianne Moore, Gives Insight to Alzheimer’s struggle

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZrXrZ5iiR0o Julianne Moore told Access Hollywood that working on Still Alice was "amazing," and "a privilege” while on the red...
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Over the Counter Meds Save Time but Cause Long Term Memory Problems
Alzheimer's Disease Medication

Over the Counter Meds Save Time but Cause Long Term Memory Problems

For anyone who goes to over-the-counter medications to cure allergies or the sniffles, this could be bad news: studies now...
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Share the Love this Valentine's Day
Senior Care

Share the Love this Valentine's Day

Romance is in the air as Valentine’s Day approaches, and while many are buying candy and making dinner reservations for...
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