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Balancing Senior Independence and Safety at Home

A Collaborative Approach

For seniors, maintaining independence is about more than just living alone or driving a car—it's about dignity and identity. However, for families and caregivers, safety is the priority. How can we balance both? The key lies in a collaborative approach. Instead of making decisions for older adults, families should involve them in the decision-making process. This approach respects their autonomy while ensuring their safety.

Gulfside Hospice Expands to Pinellas County: Here’s What You Need to Know

For more than 35 years, Gulfside Healthcare Services has provided compassionate, high-quality care...

Hospice Care is Growing Nationwide — and Florida is Leading the Way

For the first time since before the pandemic, more than half of Medicare patients at the end of...

AI in medicine: Artificial intelligence is bringing changes

These days, everyone seems to be talking about artificial intelligence, or AI. With technology...

Gulfside’s continuum of care: Seamless care as your needs change

Facing a serious illness can be stressful enough on its own. As the illness progresses and your...

The Calm Before the Storm: 5 Preparedness Tips for Seniors During Hurricane Season

Hurricanes are among the most destructive natural disasters, and they can pose unique challenges...

Good deals for an even greater cause: The History of Thrift Shops

Thrifting has become a cultural phenomenon, with thrift stores serving as treasure troves of unique...

Nourishing Seniors: Why Food Choices Should Benefit Their Conditions

As we age, our nutritional needs change, and it becomes increasingly important to make wise food...