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ASK AGING WELL: Picking a Rehab in the time of Coronavirus
With the inability to tour places, how does one pick their three top choices for rehab upon discharge from the hospital?
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Dementia Alliance of NC: Charting a NEW Course - Online Auction this weekend
Support the lives of those impacted by dementia in North Carolina through their online auction.
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Differentiating between Nursing Homes, Congregate Care and Independent Living
Headlines regularly advertise that nearly half of all deaths due to COVID occur in nursing homes and congregate care. Is it safe to move mom or dad into senior communities during this pandemic?
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Online Dementia Education Series with Teepa Snow
Join well-known dementia educator Teepa Snow as she provides instruction based on her Positive Approach to Care model.
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Attacking social isolation among seniors
In our second three-week extension of Phase 2, Independent Living communities like Cambridge Village, are finding creative ways to keep seniors connected and engaged.
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Lessons Learned After Moving Mom into Memory Care
Sometimes the best advice comes from people with lived experience. In this post, two sisters provide lessons learned while caring for their mother, who lives in a memory care community.
Tags: memory care, family care home, dementia, Alzheimer's
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A Reorientation during the Pandemic
With Phase 2 extended for the second time for three more weeks, it may be a good time for a reorientation of the mind and heart.
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Beware of differences between providers of COVID testing
While hundreds of places provide COVID testing in NC, not all are equal in terms of ease, cost and processing times.
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The Pros and Cons of Moving into Independent Living during Coronavirus
When it comes to deciding whether to move into Independent Living during coronavirus, there are no clear answers. However, a good understanding of the pros and cons might help.
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"I can't go on. I'll go on": Caregiving in the Age of Coronavirus
Spouses caring for loved ones at home is challenging under the best of circumstances. Under quarantine due to coronavirus, the challenges are compounded.
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The balancing act: Safety versus isolation
While no one discounts the very real risks of coronavirus for elders, it is equally important to discuss the effects social isolation has on their mental health. What are wise ways to live under circumstances that may not change for another year?
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Stories can connect us on Father's Day
Many families must come up with new ways to be together during a Father's Day spent apart. Perhaps stories can play some role across the miles.
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OpinionDRAUGHON DRAWS: Editorial Cartoons from CBC Opinion
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Local News'He was always smiling': Beloved Triangle car dealer Mark Jacobson dies
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Local NewsFormer teacher charged with molesting students at Christian school in Goldsboro
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BusinessHasbro is removing Trolls doll from stores amid complaints that button is inappropriately placed
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Health Team'It's indiscriminate': Duke nurse says former coworker died of COVID-19
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National NewsMinnesota governor stops news conference to calm teacher
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Out and AboutFamily-owned NC roller coaster draws thousands for its mountain views
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Out and AboutLongtime Durham restaurant closes its doors
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Go Ask MomTake the Kids: Get out of the house and take a quick road trip to Raven Rock State Park
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PetsClear the Shelters goes virtual, but thousands of dogs and cats need homes
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World NewsOne moment, they were filming the bride in her wedding dress. Then came the explosion
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EducationHere is how each Triangle school district, private school plans to reopen
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Out and AboutNC State Fair workers furloughed in wake of fair cancellation
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Out and AboutVCA spotlight: Former anchor Bill Leslie finds mountain inspiration
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Out and AboutBojangles relaunches its brand with new logo
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WeatherPhotos: Hurricane Isaias damage across North Carolina
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Out and AboutCarowinds to remain closed for rest of the year
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Local NewsLosing history: Exploring an 80-year-old abandoned historic house before demolition
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@NCCapitolNew NC utility cutoff rules explained
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Health Team'It's indiscriminate': Duke nurse says former coworker died of COVID-19
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