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Nutrition and Aging

By Amanda LaRose

Posted: January 5, 2018

As people age they lose their appetite. There can be a number of reasons as to why this happens to elders. A key point is that they do crave sugar and will usually eat many sugary things. It can be a hard to determine what...

Self-care

By Amanda LaRose

Caregiving Northern Virginia Positive Thinking

Posted: December 27, 2017

Many focus on weightloss for a new years resolution, which is not necesaarily bad, but why not strive to take care of yourself in multiple ways. If you can't take care of yourself how can you care for others? Find ways to care for your...

Holiday Season

By Amanda LaRose

Counseling Elder care Northern Virginia Positive Thinking

Posted: December 22, 2017

The holiday season brings different emotions for everyone. No matter how you are feeling, this is our wish for you this holiday season!

Risk of Elders Wandering at Home

By Amanda LaRose

Caregiving Elder care Northern Virginia

Posted: December 15, 2017

Do you know an elder who lives at home that has cognitive impairment and wanders? If so, you are likely concerned for their safety. If they do not have someone with them at all times they should either move to a Memory Support facility or...