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9 Signs It’s Time to Talk to Someone About Your Mental Health

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Around 1 in 8 older adults faces mental health challenges. Fortunately, treatment can help seniors dealing with mental health issues lead happier, healthier lives. The key is to know when to seek help for your mental health. To help you determine whether it’s time to reach out, we worked with the caring teams at the senior living communities under the Bethesda Senior Living Communities umbrella to create this list of signs you or a loved one might benefit from help.

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8 Fun Activities for Those in Hospice

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Hospice care focuses on nurturing your physical and emotional well-being before the inevitable occurs. And while pain management and comfort have their place, so does making and maintaining meaningful connections with loved ones while you still have time for joy. Engaging in fun, thoughtful activities makes things happier and easier for you and your loved ones, and sharing them together can help build unbreakable bonds they can treasure when you pass.

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Navigating End-of-Life Discussions in Faith-Based Communities

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No one likes to think about leaving their loved ones behind, but for people of faith, death is simply a transition from one state of being to another. Hospice eases that transition by providing comfort care for seniors with terminal diseases.

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Somatic Therapy: Incorporating Mind and Body

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Somatic therapy links what we think with how our body reacts. It's based on a belief that when people have a traumatic experience, it often results in a physical reaction in their bodies. For example, when something traumatic happens, people often get hot, start sweating, feel muscle tension or get a headache.

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10 Tips for Families Supporting Loved Ones With a Terminal Illness

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A terminal illness affects not only the person who has it but also their loved ones and caregivers. If you find yourself navigating the terminal illness of a loved one, you might not be sure where to start. You're balancing your grief with the needs and emotions of the person who received the diagnosis. These tips can help you provide the best possible support through the journey.

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Recovering After an Injury

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For seniors, a serious injury can be a life-changing event. Recovery is possible, though, thanks to the body’s ability to heal. Taking good care of yourself after an injury can support the recovery process. In this guide, we’ll share tips on what you can do to help yourself while your body mends.

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