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Delaware Hospice Center: A Unique Option
Over 96% of Delaware Hospice patients receive care at home, but every once in a while, there are special circumstances that require 24-hour, short-term care outside the home. That’s where the Delaware…
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The Neighborhood Assistance Act Offers Tax Credits for Contributions
Help Yourself While Helping Others What better way to take a bite out of your tax bill than by contributing to the health of your community? Across the country, municipalities encourage their…
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COVID-19 & Grief
By Meredith English, MSHS A year into the pandemic, our society is grieving our loss of everyday life, and normal coping strategies either don’t work or are not possible. Essential workers fighting…
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An Unexpected Scenario & The Durable Power of Attorney
Jim was fiercely independent. He lived in his own apartment. He paid his own bills online. And within two hours, he even fired the aide his daughters had hired to help him.…
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Even a Pandemic Won’t Stop Saint Francis LIFE
They’ve been hard at work all year, and the fruits of their labors will soon be apparent. Saint Francis LIFE is excited to announce it’s going to be opening “College Avenue” in…
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Cokesbury Village: A Family Affair
A new generation of residents is finding the perfect fit for retirement: Cokesbury Village in Hockessin. With its 60 acres of gardens, woodlands, rolling lawns and striking contemporary architecture, adult children who…
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Selling Your House Just Got Easier!
Should I Sell to a Home Investor? These days, many home sellers decide to avoid the stress of a complicated home sale by selling directly to a real estate investor. They know…
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Planning Ahead to Age in Place
You’ve probably driven past one or more of these shiny, new-construction senior living communities that have been popping up in recent years and thought to yourself, “Wow, those sure don’t look like…
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Embracing Independence: The Advantages of Aging in Place
As individuals enter their senior years, the concept of “aging in place” emerges as a viable and beneficial choice. Aging in place involves staying in one’s home while accessing necessary support and…
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Exercise – Just What the Doctor Ordered
Typically, as we get older, we face increased health issues. One of the most significant risks to health is falling. Some reasons for falling are out of our control, such as age,…
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PACE Your LIFE
Delaware’s Newest, Easiest Way to Continue Living Independently in Your Own Home Caregiving is a 24/7 responsibility and caregiver stress is very real. Caregiving can impact a caregiver’s professional life, family and…
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Start Planning Today for Your Family’s Future to Ensure Compassionate, Quality Long-Term Care
Americans are living longer than ever before thanks to modern medical advancements. With increased life expectancies comes an increased demand for long-term care support services among older adults. The Administration for Community…
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Celebrating the Holidays at Rockwood
In appreciation for the community’s support through this exceptionally difficult year, all of Rockwood’s public programs will be free to the public in December! This gift to our friends and neighbors was…
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Entering a Season of Gratitude
Thanksgiving Holiday Ideas to Live Healthy, Live More On average, Americans will consume between 3,000 – 4,500 calories on Thanksgiving Day, while the recommended average ranges from 2,000 – 2,600 calories (depending…
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Do You Hear Ringing?
Tinnitus (pronounced tih-NITE-us or TIN-ih-tus) is sound perceived in the head with no external source. For many, it’s a ringing sound, while for others, it’s whistling, buzzing, chirping, hissing, humming, roaring, or even…
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Your Own Home In-Home Senior Care
Compassionate Care…in Your Own Home Maintaining a home is no easy task, and the obstacles only increase with age. Suddenly, the floors take longer to clean, the mailbox is further from the…
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Worries are for the Birds – Living the Good Life at Manor House
Bob Larkin has a lot of birds. Ospreys. Orioles. Eagles. They perch around his home, captured in moments of contented peace or high drama, each beautifully carved and painted by Bob himself.…
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Pumpkin and Shellfish Bisque with Pumpkin Seed Pistou
Sweet pumpkin lends a creamy, silky texture to this autumnal soup, while fresh pistou brightens it up. Serve extra pistou with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, and buttered pasta. Ingredients PISTOU 1 tablespoon…
