Author Archives: Colleen Ferguson (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

A Look at the Growing Trend of Pet Hospice

Why palliative care for pets is becoming a more popular option for those facing the death of a beloved companion

If you’ve ever dealt with the loss of a beloved pet, you know just how hard it can be letting go of someone who has been there for you year-in and year-out, through thick and thin. More and more, we … Continue reading

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Active Aging: Age is Becoming Merely a Number in America

More seniors are becoming active as they age and it's not hard to see why

As attitudes about aging change in America, we’re seeing a redefining of what it means to be retired. American seniors are becoming more active in their communities, engaging in more organized physical activity, and even changing the face of higher … Continue reading

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“You don’t stop laughing when you grow old, you grow old when you stop laughing.”

- George Bernard Shaw
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Our Monthly Tip: Preparing for New Traditions

How to create new traditions when a loved one dies

Our Tip of the Month Traditions are rituals or events that we typically share with those we love. Traditions serve to mark time and special events, and to connect us to one another. But what happens when a person you share those … Continue reading

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“Either he’s dead or my watch has stopped.”

- Groucho Marx
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The Growing Use of Medical Cannabis Among Seniors

For some, the Golden Years are becoming the Green Years

As medical cannabis has become a widely accepted treatment for a variety of disorders, more and more patients from every demographic have discovered it is a safe, effective and inexpensive way to greatly improve quality of life. Add to this … Continue reading

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