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10 Early Signs of Alzheimer’s

ByAmeriGlideNovember 22, 2022

November is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month. Alzheimer’s affects the brain and can cause a slow decline in cognitive function. It affects your memory, thinking, and reasoning skills. Below are 10 symptoms that could be an early sign of Alzheimer’s. If you notice

ByAmeriGlideNovember 14, 2022

If you or a loved one is experiencing difficulty or pain when sitting or standing, a Lift Chair could be the best solution! Lift chairs look and feel like a recliner, and operate electronically by a push of a button. The main function of a Lift Chair is to provide gentle

ByAmeriGlideNovember 3, 2022

Although a stair lift is the most common solution when the stairs in your home have become a challenge, they’re not the best solution for everyone. If you or your loved one requires a little more space for a wheelchair, a power scooter or simply when decor and

ByAmeriGlideMay 25, 2022

Today is National Senior Health & Fitness Day. Exercise benefits seniors, and everyone really, in lots of ways. Physical movement can help prevent falls, maintain strength and balance, controls blood pressure and can reduce the chances of certain cancers and diabetes.

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Tips on How to Meal Plan for Older Adults

ByAmeriGlideMay 19, 2022

Eating a well-balanced diet helps us get the minerals and nutrients we need to be healthy. For some, cooking and eating becomes somewhat of a pleasurable activity, and can bring families closer together. But, as we age, the ability to cook and enjoy food becomes difficult.

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Women and Parkinson’s

ByAmeriGlideApril 28, 2022

Parkinson’s disease attacks and damages the nerves in the brain. Common side effects of the disease include muscle stiffness, tremors in the head and/or hands, slowness in movement and impaired balance. But did you know that women are less like likely to develop Parkinson’s?

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The History of Stair Lifts

ByAmeriGlideApril 20, 2022

Stair lifts may seem like a 21st century invention, but did you know that stair lifts actually date back to the 16th century? The First Known Stair Lift According to Dr. David Starkey, a historian, the earliest recorded stair lift was invented for King Henry VIII of England

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Everything You Need to Know About Parkinson’s Disease

ByAmeriGlideApril 11, 2022

Parkinson’s disease is a progressive nervous system disorder that affects movement. The Parkinson’s Foundation estimates that 60,000 Americans are diagnosed with the disease every year, and almost 1 million people in the US are living with the disease. Signs and

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Senior Care Options: What You Need to Know

ByAmeriGlideApril 8, 2022

There are several options when it comes to figuring out what to do when it comes to senior care. Some options include: home care/aging in place, assisted living, retirement living, and nursing home living. But how do you know which option is best for you or a loved one? The

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Diabetic-Friendly Dinner: Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry

ByAmeriGlideMarch 30, 2022

In need of a quick and easy, low-carb dinner idea? Check out this recipe from Diabetes Self Management. Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups of fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided 2 tablespoons of reduced-sodium soy sauce 1 1/2 tablespoons of cornstarch 1/2 teaspoon of salt

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Accessibility vs. Mobility

ByAmeriGlideMarch 24, 2022

Although interchangeable at times and very similar in definition, accessibility and mobility do not mean the same thing. According to Merriam-Webster, accessibility is defined as being easily used or accessed by people with disabilities, such as someone in a wheelchair, and

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Elderly Onset Rheumatoid Arthritis: What You Need to Know

ByAmeriGlideMarch 18, 2022

Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease that can occur at any age, but the chances of developing it is higher in older adults, specifically those 60 years and older. What is RA? When someone has RA, the tissue lining the joints in the body become thickened. This

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