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Maintaining brain health in aging dogs & cats

Guest: Virbac Animal Health

Cognitive dysfunction syndrome (CDS) is an age-related behavioral disorder. It is observed in dogs and cats and is characterized by a deterioration of cognitive abilities (such as spatial orientation, activity levels, response to stimuli, etc…). CDS is often referred to by veterinarians as "dog or cat Alzheimer’s" or "senility". Virbac Animal Health has created a nutraceutical to treat this neurological disorder…

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Companion Careers

Guest: Interim HealthCare Inc.

If you’re a mature adult looking for a job that allows you to help people, think about being a companion to an active senior. Companions provide social support such as reading stories or helping someone write letters. Today’s older adults are healthier and more vital than ever. They understand the special needs of aging and it gives them an opportunity make a valuable contribution.

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Maintain A Healthy & Active Lifestyle While Living With Knee Osteoarthritis

Guest: Ferring Pharmaceuticals

This segment discusses osteoarthritis of the knee – a disease in which the knee joint gradually deteriorates. A medical doctor explains conservative, non-surgical treatment options & injections of Euflexxa as a possible solution, depending on the patient. A Senior Olympian basketball player explains the process and what his results were. Sponsored by Ferring Pharmaceuticals.



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Interactive Services

Guest: ADT

ADT's Home Health Security Service allows seniors to feel safe and live independently in their own homes. Families and loved ones can rest assured knowing help is just a button push away when a senior needs assistance. The two-way intercom unit allows the senior to speak directly to an ADT home health security services professional in a monerting center that operates 24/7.

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Overcoming High Anxiety On The Job Front

Guest: Yahoo, Inc.

HotJobs Senior Managing Editor Tom Musbach reveals the surprising results of an “exclusive” new job survey, outlining the concerns job seekers are most anxious about. Tom will also provide “insider tips” from top companies on what it takes to stand out from a sea of resumes and how to come out on top with the job offer. Musbach is renowned for his job market expertise and career advice, and has appeared on various national networks including CNN, Fox News Channel and CNBC. Interview sponsored by Yahoo! Inc.


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Care From A Distance

Guest: Interim HealthCare Inc.

Do you ever wonder about caring for your parents from a distance? In today’s world, it’s common for adult children to live in a different city from their parents or relatives. It’s hard to know what they need and it’s easy to feel helpless and guilty. In home care is often an ideal solution, as long as you make sure the company you employ is reputable and understands the special needs of seniors.

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Financial Planning With Your Parent

Guest: Homewatch International, Inc.

MAKE SURE THAT YOUR PARENTS HAVE
CLEARLY PLANNED FOR THEIR
FUTURES, LIKE WILLS, FUNERAL
SERVICES, AND BURIAL PLOTS.
IF NOT, CONTRACT AN ELDER-CARE
LAWYER TO HELP YOU MAKE
DECISIONS TOGETHER OR A
CERTIFIED SENIOR ADVISER.
FOR MORE INFO ON THIS, GO TO
www.homewatchcaregivers.com.

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Socialization Combats Isolation

Guest: Homewatch International, Inc.

SENIORS STRUGGLE WITH THE LOSS

OF LIFELONG FRIENDS AND

PARTNERS.

IT IS VITAL THAT YOUR PARENT IS

ENCOURAGED TO SOCIALIZE AMONG

OTHERS.

REACH OUT TO THE LOCAL YMCA TO

FIND SOCIAL GROUPS OR ACTIVITIES

THAT WILL KEEP YOUR PARENT

ENGAGED AND ACTIVE.

GO TO homewatchcaregivers.com

FOR MORE INFO ON EXERCISE AND

CREATIVE GROUPS FOR SENIORS.

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Women & Retirement - What Every Woman Should Know

Guest: SunTrust Banks, Inc.

This first part of a 3-part series on SunTrust retirement planning services focuses on Baby Boomers and Sandwich Boomers.

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Jockey Person To Person: Designed For Your Life

Guest: Jockey Person to Person

In this segment we speak with Debra Waller, CEO and Judi Thomas, Senior Director of Jockey Person to Person. They share their insights about starting a rewarding career as a Comfort Specialist.

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