Older people are more likely to experience complex health needs, social isolation and loneliness, and fear of burdening their families.
Tag Archive | "Pets"
Pets Can Protect Against Suicide In Older People
Posted on 23 March 2020.
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There’s More Time To Dote On Libby, The Perfect Dog
Posted on 07 October 2019.
Maybe you’re contemplating getting a dog. If that’s true, let me recount how Libby makes life better, with one small exception.
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A Not-So-Shaggy Dog Story About Companionship
Posted on 03 June 2019.
It was the end of a chilly Wednesday in late November and I had a car full of blankets made for dogs living in a shelter.
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Poll: Pets Help Us Cope With Health and Emotional Issues
Posted on 03 April 2019.
A curled-up cat, a tail-wagging dog, a chirping parakeet or even a serene goldfish may help older adults cope with mental and physical health issues.
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Tales Of Parental Caregiving: Cat On A Plane
Posted on 07 March 2019.
As crazy-making as it can be to care for aging parents sometimes, there also can be moments of snort-stuff-out-your-nose hilarity.
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4 Tips For Keeping Your Pet Safe This Summer
Posted on 24 June 2018.
There are thousands of reasons to love the summer, and if you’re a pet owner, you love summer more than most.
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