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Enhance your balance and eliminate your fear of falling with this fully illustrated 10-minute home workout handbook for seniors! Did you know that 3 million older people are treated for fall injuries in emergency rooms each year? Fortunately, a British Journal of Sports Medicine study found that you could potentially reduce your risk of falls by up to 24% by doing balance exercises regularly. This guide invites you to join PrimeLife Wellness and licensed physiotherapist, Mathieu Sonier, as they reveal how you can revitalize your body, strengthen your core, and eliminate your risk of falls

The renowned radio host and one of the most trusted voices in the nation candidly and compassionately addresses the hotly contested right-to-die movement, of which she is one of our most inspiring champions. The basis for the acclaimed PBS series. Through interviews with terminally ill patients...

Feeling squeezed between aging parents and not-so-independent adult kids? You’re not alone—and you’re not crazy. Welcome to the Sandwich Generation: where you’re the glue holding three generations together, the family tech support, emotional therapist, financial planner, and emergency contact on speed dial—and no one’s refilling your cup. In this refreshingly honest, laugh-out-loud, and emotionally affirming guide, Genevieve Ford shares the survival tools every woman in her 40s to 60s needs to reclaim her life without abandoning the people she loves. 📌 Inside, you'll discover...

These compelling case histories meld science and storytelling to illuminate the complex relationship between the mind of someone with dementia and the mind of the person caring for them. “This book will forever change the way we see people with dementia disorders—and the people who care for...

This book offers hope and direction to bring these out of confusing darkness and into the light of wisdom. The core message of this essential book is that you will discover an abundance of ways to improve the lives of caregivers and those with dementia

Are you tired of your doctor telling you that feeling mediocre is just "normal for your age"? Have you noticed that the man in the mirror doesn't reflect the vitality you still feel inside? For men over 60, there's a huge gap between the doom-and-gloom of "normal aging" and the reality of what's possible. Forget everything you think you know about getting older. Author Ben Dubin dismantles the myths of aging and provides a science-backed, no-nonsense protocol to rebuild your body, sharpen your mind, and become the CEO of your own health.

What you will find in this 54-page interactive guidebook are Dr. Macie Smith's unique responses to typical questions dementia caregivers find themselves asking over and over again. As a Licensed Gerontology Social Worker, Dr. Smith responds to questions that range from the treatment of Alzheimer's to getting your loved one to drink water. You'll be happy to know that Dr. Smith's approach to responding to caregivers' questions is through 19 years of real world experiences both personally and professionally. It's real talk for real people with real concerns-Because more than 15 million ...

In Cracking the Aging Code, theoretical biologist Josh Mitteldorf and award-winning writer and ecological philosopher Dorion Sagan reveal that evolution and aging are even more complex and breathtaking than we originally thought. Using meticulous multidisciplinary science as well as reviewing the history of our understanding about evolution, this book makes the case that aging is not something that "just happens", nor is it the result of wear and tear or a genetic inevitability.

Dementia, Caregiving, and Personal History is a practical and compassionate guide for anticipating and addressing the emotional and behavioral challenges of dementia care. By uncovering how personal history, trauma, cultural values, and lifelong patterns shape behavior, you can provide care that supports your loved one and protects your well-being.

Lewy Body Blues: A Family’s Roller Coaster Experience with Lewy Body Dementia is an insider’s perspective on how one family adapted and learned to cope with this incredibly challenging and progressively debilitating disease. Based on a personal journey and filled with facts and strategies for handling Lewy Body Dementia, this book is essential listening for anyone desiring to learn more about this little-known brain disorder.

Imagine your children six months after you're gone, standing in your attic surrounded by decades of possessions, making impossible decisions about items whose stories died with you. This is the reality for millions of families every year—not because parents didn't care, but because they postponed one uncomfortable conversation. Discover the Swedish secret to living lighter, leaving love, and transforming your final gift from burden to blessing.

Ten years ago, the first edition of A Dignified Life changed the way the caregiving community approached Alzheimer's disease by showing caregivers how to act as a Best Friend to the person. Firmly grounded in the latest knowledge about dementia, this expanded edition offers a wealth of tips and advice.

Are you tired of suffering over your changing body as you age? Do you want to learn how to navigate difficult challenges and find fulfillment in your later years? Every Flower Fades offers a spiritual approach to aging that will change your perspective on your aging body and help you embrace the beauty of getting older.

From the heart of Henri Nouwen comes wisdom for the caregiver about the transformational power of relationship in the unique bond between caregiver and care receiver. Interlacing stories from his own life and the lives of friends, Nouwen communicates warmth and compassion as he shares insights on what it means to be a caregiver and to be cared for.

Lao Tzu’s Tao Te Ching reminds its listeners that the sage has been venerated in China for thousands of years. Twenty years ago, William Martin, subtly and powerfully, captured the complex emotions connected with growing older in this free-verse interpretation of the Tao. His words resonate just as much now, encouraging today’s sages to recognize their inestimable worth in a youth-centric world that often goes astray.

In Open to Love, two therapists share their personal and professional stories of love and romance in the later years. Inspirational, and most of all, relatable, Gloria Horsley and Frank Powers show listeners how to face their fears about dating, identify what they want in a partner, and learn how to find love in the golden years.

EAT SMART. STAY SHARP. LIVE FREE. Are you over 60 and afraid of memory loss or losing your independence? Do you want to stay sharp, cook for yourself, and enjoy simple, delicious meals—without feeling overwhelmed? You're not alone—and this book is for you. The Mind Diet Plan and Cookbook for Seniors Over 60 is your easy, realistic guide to protect your brain, feel strong, and stay independent—one bite at a time. With just 4 ingredients per recipe, familiar foods, and no complicated instructions, it's made specifically for seniors like you who want real results without the stress. ✅ ...

Physical changes, caretaking demands, empty nests, and losing people we love—all on too little sleep—are common midlife experiences. But there is so much more to the story! Dr. Shayna Kaufmann draws from original research on 619 women worldwide, her psychology and Zen backgrounds, and her own midlife metamorphosis to craft an intimate deep-dive into the messiness and joys of the middle decades.

HOW TO RETIRE IN A VOLATILE MARKET Whether you have ten or thirty years until retirement, Josh Jalinski shows you how to maximize your retirement saving and spending plan, while still having something to leave behind for your family, friends, and favorite causes. Looking at your 401k in a...

What are we going to do with those 20 or 30 years we didn’t expect? Due to unfounded fears of unhappiness and regret, many intelligent, otherwise rational people, even into their 40s and 50s, are so convinced that old age is a time of misery that they simply deny any other outcome and refuse to plan their own destiny. This optimistic and highly informative guide to smart aging will detail for listeners the steps they need to take to ensure that long life becomes synonymous with good life.