Is It Alzheimer's . . . or Just Your Crazy Life? 5 common work-life issues that can cause memory loss By Paula Spencer Scott, Caring.com senior editor What busy midlifer hasn't blanked on a name, forgotten why she walked into a room, or totally missed a meeting because he didn't remember it? Memory lapses affect nearly all adults. Wondering if it's Alzheimer's disease is only natural, given that someone develops Alzheimer's every 69 seconds, including a growing number of baby boomers as well as 200,000 people in their 40s and 50s. But not all memory loss is caused by Alzheimer's or other forms of dementia. In fact, the following five common conditions for overstressed or overworked adults can all create symptoms of memory loss that usually have nothing to do…
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Showing Support For Our Military and Community in Homer Glen IL A young man in our community, Michael Oliveri from Homer Glen, recently died in Iraq. The community of Homer Glen has reached out to the family, and to show our support, everyone will be lining the streets, as the Hurst carrying our young soldier to his final resting place at Abraham Lincoln Cemetery, makes its way through our town. Everyone will be standing on the streets waving American Flags, and showing their support of Mr. Oliveri's efforts overseas, and to show support to his grieving family. Home Helpers, along side just about every other business and family in the community will be there today (Thursday) at 10:00am. The community has really pulled together for him, as well as neighboring…
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June Is Home Safety Month For Seniors: It May Be Time for In Home Care in Homer Glen IL Seniors are twice as likely to sustain injuries or death in their home. June is home safety month for seniors and a good time to make sure a home where a senior resides is as free from risks as possible. Falls at home may cause serious injuries to the elderly. While every fall or potential hazard cannot be prevented, there are some precautions that can be taken to make sure seniors at home are as safe as possible. Start With A Conversation Home safety for seniors starts with a simple conversation. Basic home care can help to make a home what it should be, a comfortable place to live and enjoy…
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