Regarding chronic diseases, the elderly are usually the experts, with as many as 3 out of 4 seniors impacted by multiple conditions that are ongoing,…
The Latest Approach to Chronic Disease Care: Empowering Patients to Take Control
August 12, 2019
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St. Louis Caregiver Safety: Avoid Caregiving Injuries with These Tips.
August 6, 2019
Even though the ultimate goal is to increase safety and health for the aging adults they love, St. Louis caregivers, unfortunately, often wind up diminishing…
Could Low Blood Sugar Negatively Impact Diabetes in Seniors?
July 18, 2019
The most recent guidelines from the Endocrine Society regarding diabetes in seniors are unexpected, to say the least: lower blood sugar is not always best. And…
Senior Hygiene Help for Alzheimer’s: Creative Approaches to Avoid Resistance
July 10, 2019
Out of all the challenges pertaining to providing care for a senior loved one with dementia, the Alzheimer’s Association reveals that the most prevalent difficulty is…
Senior Care Tips: How to Avoid Crossing the Line From Motivation to Bullying
July 3, 2019
As a family caregiver, you no doubt experience a variety of feelings during the day: shared laughter over a joke with a senior loved one;…
Senior Care in St. Louis: The Importance of Positivity to Overcome Caregiver Stress
June 20, 2019
Our facial expressions divulge so much to people around us, and when you’re experiencing an unusual degree of stress, well-meaning friends and family will surely…
Top Tips for Aging Adults to Get the Most Out of Doctor Appointments
June 13, 2019
On any particular day, a doctor usually has approximately 20 patients to see – in addition to telephone calls, paperwork, and other administrative responsibilities. It…
The #1 Fear As a Family Caregiver and How to Overcome It
June 6, 2019
“Of course Dad can move in with me!” Increasingly more family care providers are making this commendable choice each and every day, signifying the beginning…
Four Ideas to Help Seniors Find Meaning and Purpose in Everyday Life
May 21, 2019
Think about a normal day in the life of a senior loved one. Ideally it provides plenty of positive and enriching activities: enjoying breakfast, participating…
Dementia Wandering: Tips from the Experts in At-Home Care
May 14, 2019
Of the many results of Alzheimer’s disease, one of the most alarming is the person’s propensity for wandering, together with potential dangers that could possibly…