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So proud to be named a Great Place to Work Certified company! @GPTW_US #gptw https://lnkd.in/ezuBRN6

Think multitasking makes you more productive? Think again. From scrolling through social media while watching TV to tackling multiple projects at once, juggling tasks has become common. And yet, the science reveals that it may not help with productivity or brain health. Curious? Discover more in our latest blog! https://lnkd.in/g3C5Nrnp

Health care costs are rising, and “long-term care insurance” is becoming a must-know topic for retirees and pre-retirees. Learn how this option—and another smart strategy—can help protect your retirement savings. Check out our latest blog! https://lnkd.in/e34mybEH

The holidays can be overwhelming, especially for family caregivers. Katie Starrantino, LCSW, M.Ed, CDP, Director of Wellness Initiatives at Friends Life Care, shares her top three tools to support your mental health and honor your caregiving journey this season. Your well-being matters—seeking help is a sign of strength and resilience. Read more to empower yourself this holiday season. 🎄https://lnkd.in/gVZMT-Ej

Aging is inevitable, but thriving is a choice! Learn how mindset and language can help you flourish in later years. Read more in our latest blog! 🌟 https://lnkd.in/eecnK-js

Life after losing a spouse can feel like being thrust into a nightmare from which there is no escape. The sudden need to manage everything alone, the disorienting grief, and the overwhelming fear can leave you feeling completely depleted. But what can you do to find your way again? #Grief #Loss ➡ https://lnkd.in/gRiuERe9

How long you can stand on one leg — specifically, your nondominant leg — is a telltale sign of age-related decline, according to a study led by researchers at Mayo Clinic. Researchers found that a person’s ability to balance on one leg deteriorated with age faster than measurements of walking gait, grip and knee strength. Participants, ages 52 to 83, were compared with each other in a cross-sectional study. Click below to learn more about this study and how to improve your balance. #Balance #MayoStudy https://lnkd.in/eh7dhYyM

Today is National Stress Awareness Day!  No matter how stressful your life seems, there are steps you can take to relieve the pressure and regain control. When stress becomes overwhelming, or it's chronic, it can take a toll on your well-being. That's why it's important to have effective stress relievers that can calm your mind and your body. Click here to read more from the Mental Health Foundation:  #Stress #StressRelief https://lnkd.in/eA-HUq-y

On October 29, we observe World Stroke Day. The theme for World Stroke Day 2024 is "#GreaterThanStroke." The World Stroke Organization (WSO) campaign aims to inspire a movement showing that people can overcome a stroke by harnessing the power of sport. The campaign will highlight the importance of stroke prevention and encourage individuals to take steps to reduce their risks. #WorldStrokeDay https://lnkd.in/e3HwZ3b5

Cleaning your body seems simple enough. If you’re smelly or sweaty, just hop in the shower or get in the bath. But when you start getting into the details, things get more complicated. How often should you wash? Is it better to use bar soap or liquid cleansers? When should you get a new loofah? Dermatologists Drs. Sonia Batra and Michelle Henry answer honest questions on the subject. Some of their responses may surprise you! #Bathing #Dermatologists 🛁 https://lnkd.in/gh72TN7V