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Daily Care

Practical daily care. Medications, behaviors, routines, exercises — what actually works when the textbook isn't enough.

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Daily CareMarch 19, 2026

What Dementia Behaviors Are Really Telling You

Behaviors are not the person. They are the disease acting on a brain that can no longer regulate itself. A geriatrician and an eight-year family caregiver share what they have learned from living this.

Bridgid Eversole
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Daily CareMarch 11, 2026

Why Evenings Are the Hardest: Understanding Sundowning in Dementia

A geriatrician explains sundowning through the lens of cognitive reserve and fatigue — why your loved one changes in the evening, and three practices to help: Anticipate, Observe, Alleviate.

Dr. Justin Mutter
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Daily CareMay 14, 2025

Sleep Changes Everything — Here's Where to Start

If there is one thing I have learned as a caregiver, it is that sleep changes everything.

Bridgid Eversole
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Daily CareMay 14, 2025

Is This Just Aging, or a Sleep Problem?

Caregiver-tested and doctor-approved strategies to improve senior sleep and wellness.

Dr. Justin Mutter
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Daily CareApril 9, 2025

Nourishing an Aging Body: What a Doctor Wants You to Know

The connection between nutrition, hydration, and wellness in senior care.

Dr. Kathryn Mutter
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Daily CareApril 9, 2025

What Nobody Tells You About Feeding Someone You Love

Navigating the daily challenges of ensuring proper nutrition for loved ones with cognitive decline.

Bridgid Eversole
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Daily CareFebruary 12, 2025

Strong Foundations: Preventing Falls and Staying Active

A medical guide to understanding fall risks and prevention strategies for older adults.

Dr. Kathryn Mutter
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Daily CareFebruary 12, 2025

Fall Prevention at Home: What Our Family Did Before the Falls Started

Practical fall prevention strategies from a caregiver who has learned the hard way.

Bridgid Eversole
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Daily CareDecember 18, 2024

Don’t Let the Holidays Derail Your Medication System

Practical tips for managing medications during the busy holiday season.

Bridgid Eversole
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Daily CareDecember 18, 2024

The Hidden Epidemic of Polypharmacy: Holiday Medication Safety

Peace of mind for the holidays: staying connected to what matters most for senior care.

Dr. Justin Mutter
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Daily CareNovember 13, 2024

Don't Wait for the ER to Get Your Plans in Order

Holiday cheer brings a 10% spike in ER visits!

Bridgid Eversole