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Changes to and how to Play games at Seniorific.com

The platform Seniorific.com uses for our Games and Comics has recently made many enhancements to make you daily Crosswords and Games more enjoyable; BUT, they have hidden some features we want to make sure you know about. Up along the top of the...

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The Best Time to Get a Flu Shot and the Benefits

Influenza is a common respiratory infection whose effects on our lives vary significantly from year to year in both the number of people who get sick and the degree to which they do so. The most important way to fight the flu is to get an annual...

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Texercise is proud to announce the launch of Texercise Nourish

March is National Nutrition Month. As the Texercise Program Coordinator for Texas Health and Human Services, one of the main aspects of healthy aging that we promote through the Texercise program is good nutrition. Healthy eating is a key component...

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Do I Need an Aid?

My first true learning experience about Alzheimer’s began at the point when it became personal. Back in the early 2000s, I had a close colleague who worked in an adult day care center. This small and colorful center helped care for a storied group...

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Q&A with a Geriatrician

Q. What is a Geriatrician? A. Geriatricians are doctors trained in either Internal Medicine or Family Medicine who have spent at least one extra year training specifically to care for the needs of older adults. Q. Why do I need a Geriatrician? A....

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Dental Implants: The Permanent Solution to Missing Teeth

Teeth need to last a lifetime, but often they don’t make it that far. Prior to implant restoration, missing teeth were replaced by traditional bridges or dentures. Fortunately, our patients have a better option and can get dental implants in...

Entertainment

American Son to open at Theatre Arlington, Featuring a Star-Studded Cast

By Straton Rushing

Empowering Seniors is Here to Empower YOU!

By Commissioner Gary Fickes, Precinct 3

Theatre Arlington Presents the Tony Award-Winning Musical Avenue Q

Theatre Arlington is elated to announce the cast and creative team for the sixth installment in their 50th anniversary season, Avenue Q!

By Straton Rushing

Health

Jimmy Buffet & Merkel cell carcinoma

By Dr. Ellen Turner

Signs of Dementia: The Red Flags to Look Out For

What Is Dementia?

By Evergreen Cottages

Supporting Family Caregivers

Caregiving

Zak Williams, son of late actor Robin Williams, to speak in Tyler

Supporting Family Caregivers

Important Facts You Need To Know About Your Veteran’s Burial Benefits

Ideas for More Memorable Gravesite Expressions

5 tips for helping caregivers and older loved ones enjoy the holidays

Lifestyles

Jimmy Buffet & Merkel cell carcinoma

Saints and Sinners Tour at the Historic Oakwood Cemetery

Gallop down to the 12th Annual Bell County Senior Expo

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