Experiencing a stroke is just the first step in a series of challenges. The resulting effects from a stroke can linger long-term. In fact, the …Read More
Questions to Ask the Doctor When Considering Joint Replacement
You have just found out that Dad will need knee replacement surgery. You have heard bits and pieces of what this could involve from other …Read More
Strengthening Bonds: Strategies for Visiting a Person With Dementia
A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s may also mean a diagnosis for loneliness. Though socialization continues to be very necessary for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease, various factors …Read More
Activities for Dementia Patients That Can Help Improve Self-Confidence
What gets you out of bed every day? Many of us have an extensive list of to-dos that pushes us to begin the day. As …Read More
Top Incontinence Care Tips for Family Caregivers
It’s not something most of us would feel comfortable discussing with others. The awkwardness of even talking about incontinence is generally enough to keep the …Read More
Understanding the Relationship Between Heart Disease and Depression
Having a heart attack changes life in the blink of an eye. What felt important before the health emergency suddenly shifts, as the main concern …Read More
Balancing Health and Safety: Medications That Increase Fall Risk in Older Adults
What springs to mind when you think of fall prevention for older family members? Adding more lighting? Removing clutter along with other tripping hazards? Keeping the …Read More
Monitoring and Managing Allergies in Older Adults
Ahh, summertime! Now that the long, cold winter and wet springtime are over, we can at last get outside. For older adults, getting out into …Read More
Senior Advocacy Tips During a Hospital Stay
Whether an older loved one is in the hospital for a planned procedure or an unplanned medical emergency, you might be left feeling vulnerable and …Read More
Understanding Why Seniors Lose Their Appetite
You’ve just made a big batch of Mom’s special chili recipe. The house smells yummy, and you cannot wait to enjoy a bowl. However, while …Read More