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How to Assess Your Loved One’s Situation

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  • An assessment can help solve problems
  • Clinics offer geriatric assessment centers
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En español | As parents grow older, they face challenges that their adult children may not know how to address. The children may support their parents’ desire to continue living independently, but have concerns about their safety and well-being. One way to help resolve these conflicting emotions, and determine if the parents need assistance, is through an assessment. … Back to Article

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