“She thinks it’s the best thing since sliced bread!” Those were my Papa’s (my maternal grandfather’s) exact words when I asked him how …
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How to bond with your grandchildren using technology
August 19, 2017
Healthcare Advance Directives Explained: Understanding the legal forms
August 15, 2017
We hear far too often from family caregivers that they wish they had prepared earlier, started the difficult conversations sooner, or discussed th…
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My New Neighbor: It’s Not Who You’d Expect
August 14, 2017
My new neighbor is renting for the first time. Even though we are in two different generations — I always enjoy seeing her and hearing about her wo…
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Watch our video: Range of Possibilities in the art therapy studio
August 10, 2017
Throughout the year in Iona's art therapy studio, Wellness & Arts Center participants have embraced spontaneity, healing, and self-expression. Th…
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Iona Staff Picks for National Book Lovers Day
August 7, 2017
When I first joined Iona’s team in 2013, I was happy to learn so many of my colleagues are, like me, avid readers. In fact, today I get some of my b…
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Summer Vacation: Tips for Traveling with Dementia
July 31, 2017
A loved one’s diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or other dementia does not mean they can no longer participate or even enjoy traveling. In fact, in the ear…
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Four Myths and Four Action Steps on Memory Loss
July 24, 2017
During my career as a social worker, I have heard countless older adults, family members, and (more disturbingly) some health professionals repeat myt…
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How to Manage Your Anger When Caring for Someone with Dementia
July 19, 2017
Caring for someone who has Alzheimer’s or another type of dementia can be challenging and can sometimes lead to anger in both the person who has dem…
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The demands of caregiving: why child care and elder care are so different
July 13, 2017
Families near and far are providing a variety of caregiving tasks, including bill paying, medication management, and personal care. With an unpreceden…
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Five best ways you can connect with an older adult this summer
July 10, 2017
If you've been meaning to connect with an older neighbor, the summer is your perfect opportunity! In the extreme summer heat, it's important to make s…
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