Archives by: Kathryn Kilpatrick, M.A.
Kathryn Kilpatrick, M.A.
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About the author
The career of Kathryn Kilpatrick, M.A., Geriatric Life Enhancement Consultant, Memory Fitness Specialist and Speech-Language Pathologist (1969-2019) began as a speech-language pathologist, primarily in Ohio at hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and for 35 years in home health care. A national motivational speaker and author of more than 35 products, she is currently focusing on her geriatric life enhancement consulting practice and educational programs to enhance the quality of life of older adults, including memory fitness and brain health. You can contact her at
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Kathryn Kilpatrick, M.A. Posts
When an older adult has physical or cognitive issues that no one was aware of or that may have become more of a challenge, holiday gatherings can trigger some unusual behaviors or concerns. When more people, busy schedules, and routine interruptions are introduced, many older people find this somewhat overwhelming. Take this time to reassess your loved one and adjust your expectations accordingly. ...
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Poor sleep can have an impact on your health, your immune system and also your mental clarity. Lack of adequate sleep can significantly impact your energy levels, concentration, recall and ability to make effective decisions. Perhaps some of your daily habits are impacting the quality of your sleep and may need to be modified. ...
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Optimizing your brain health is one of the essential keys to successful aging. Creating better lifestyle habits early on, before the signs of possible issues “beyond normal aging” begin to become a concern, is supported by the extensive research conducted in this last decade...including the importance of having a sense of purpose. ...
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Becoming more forgetful? Don't assume you're in for a slippery downhill slide. Current research indicates that lifestyle choices play a significant role in brain health. There's a lot you can do to push back against cognitive decline. ...
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Many older adults were from the generation that would usually spend time on the front porch or sit around the kitchen table and share their stories. They were more likely to linger rather than rushing through to the next thing. Try to engage them in their comfort zone; not yours. ...
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There are a lot of factors to consider during summer heatwaves. Excessive heat can create potential life-threatening challenges. Chronic health conditions and safety risks can increase with rising temps and summer storms. Here's how to mitigate potential problems. ...
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Find out what tickles a person’s funny bone. Is it a certain comedian, a favorite movie, or a certain late-night TV show host? Oftentimes, an older adult no longer has the ability to pull together these resources, so find a way to help them out. Sharing moments of joy can elevate mood and connection... theirs as well as yours. ...
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Every caregiving journey is unique and evolves in many different directions. Gathering and then organizing medical information needs to be a primary focus. ...
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