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Is Palliative Care Right for Your Loved One?

Palliative care and hospice care are often confused, and it is easy to see why. Both aim to improve quality of life for a person with a serious illness and for the family around them. The difference i...

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Senior Care Terms You Should Know

As we age, or care for aging family members, it can become confusing to navigate the different types of care available, along with the terminology professionals use to describe them. We’ve built...

Experiencing Long Island’s Four Seasons

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Long Island isn’t just beautiful year-round. It’s four distinct experiences, each offering its own adventures, flavors and traditions. From spring blooms and summer beaches to fall foliage...

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Family Caregiving Tips

Gurwin Healthcare System Tips for Caring for Elderly Parents

Caring for an aging parent, spouse, or family member is often one of the most meaningful things a person can do. It is also one of the most challenging. Many family caregivers step into the role with ...

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What Seniors and Their Families Need to Know About Vaccines

At Gurwin’s skilled nursing and rehabilitation facilities, keeping residents current on recommended vaccinations is a core part of comprehensive health management. But many families wonder: are ...

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The Healing Power of Pets for Older Adults

“Friendship retains its traditional values and securities in one’s relationship with one’s pet. Whether a dog, cat, bird, fish, turtle, or what have you, one can rely upon the fact that on...

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The Value of Home Care

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When health begins to decline, one of the most important questions families face is: what level of care is needed? Is it time for assisted living or skilled nursing? Or can home care help a loved one ...

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Assisted Living on Long Island May Be More Affordable Than You Think

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For many Long Island families, the first reaction to assisted living costs is sticker shock. A monthly fee that runs several thousand dollars can feel impossible to justify, especially when a loved on...

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Your Rights & Responsibilities as a Nursing Home Resident

Moving a loved one into a nursing home is rarely an easy decision. Amid the emotions and logistics, many families worry about whether their loved one will truly be cared for, respected, and treated as...

5 Ways Assisted Living Communities Provide a Thriving Environment

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As people grow older, their needs, routines and lifestyles evolve. For many, assisted living communities provide not just support but also opportunities for growth, connection and joy. Far from being ...

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Thinking Ahead: Advance Directives

End-of-life care is not a conversation most people want to have with their loved ones, but the best time to think about and discuss your healthcare wishes is during a time of calm—not in the midst of ...

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Holiday Gift-Giving Tips for Seniors in Long-Term Care

The holidays are here, and the shopping frenzy is underway. Spending hours searching for the perfect gift for a hard-to-buy-for friend or relative can give anyone the bah-humbug blues, especially when...