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Hospice

What if Christmas isn't so merry? Surviving the holidays after a loss

Many of us who are grieving a loss wish we could just push a remote-control...

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Adult granddaughter supporting her senior grandmother when taking her for walk with walker in park in summer.
At-Home Services

Assisted Living vs. Home Care

The aging journey can be a grand adventure of self-discovery, deeper...

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Smiling man holding gift box and shaking hands with son
Independent Living

Holiday gifts for parents who just downsized

Downsizing can allow older adults to enjoy a fresh start and a simplified...

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Short-Term Rehabilitation

Need short-term rehabilitation? Here's why we're better.

When Teresa Gyldenvand was looking for short-term rehabilitation for her...

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WesleyLife Meals on Wheels campus near Drake University
Des Moines

Dignitaries help open new Meals on Wheels campus

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds, Des Moines Mayor-Elect Connie Boesen, and Drake...

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A wooden heart-shaped bowl full of fresh fruits and vegetables, sitting on a table next to exercise equipment, a glass of water, and a doctor’s note reading “fruit and vegetables.”
Well-Being

6 Heart-Healthy Foods for Seniors + Our Favorite Recipes

No matter your age, it’s never too early or too late to start investing in your...

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A group of older adults listening to a young nurse.
Des Moines

Assisted Living in Des Moines: Communities Spotlight

Finding the right assisted living in Des Moines, Iowa, can greatly improve your...

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Hospice

President Carter's Experience Dispels Hospice Myths

By Aaron Wheeler, Vice President of Home and Community-Based Services,...

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An older man and his granddaughter smiling while looking at a family photo album.
Long-Term Care

The 3 Stages of Caregiver Burnout & Tips to Manage Stress

Caring for a loved one can be meaningful and rewarding, but also physically and...

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