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Music to Your Ears: Choosing the Perfect Music for a Funeral

My grandfather, Pappy, was a huge lover of jazz. In his younger years, he played the sax in a jazz band that was immensely popular throughout the Chicago area. He even met Dizzy Gillespie and Louis...
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Sunday, October 6, 2019

Take a Look at Today’s Senior Independent Living

Today’s senior living communities are undergoing some amazing positive transformations. Gone are the days where the elderly were shuffled off to live in dark, depressing nursing homes. Baby Boome...
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Monday, September 30, 2019

You Don’t Have to Spend a Fortune to Host the Perfect Repast

A repast or reception is an important part of the funeral process. By bringing everyone together in a less formal atmosphere, it provides a wonderful opportunity for guests to express their sympath...
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Wednesday, September 18, 2019

Would You Recognize The Signs of Depression in the Elderly?

Depression is a common but serious medical illness. It negatively impacts sufferers’ emotions, thinking, and behavior and can strike anyone, at any time. While depression is more openly acknowledge...
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Saturday, September 7, 2019

Smart Remodeling: The Best Home Renovations for Seniors

More American seniors are aging in place than ever before. Driven by a rapidly-growing elder population largely comprised of Baby Boomers, today’s seniors are enjoying far more active, vibrant life...
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Monday, August 26, 2019

How to Cope with an Unexpected Death

When Patrice’s mother passed away suddenly, she was shell-shocked. “I had just taken Mom to church and out to lunch. I never could have imagined that she’d be gone just hours later.” Patrice and h...
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Saturday, August 24, 2019

Avoiding Burnout: Where Caregivers Can Go for Help

While being a caregiver can be very rewarding, it also involves many stressors. You may feel helpless in a situation that’s out of your control, physically exhausted from demanding daily tasks, and...
By VGFS
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Sunday, August 11, 2019

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