Having Alzheimer’s should not mean that a person must miss out on vacations and travel. However, for Alzheimer’s patients and caregivers, travel presents many challenges…
Tips for Traveling with a Person with Alzheimer’s
September 18, 2014
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What is the Difference Between Alzheimer’s and Dementia?
September 3, 2014
The difference between Alzheimer’s disease and dementia is confusing for many people. Often, it is assumed that they are just two different words for the…
Immunizations for Elderly Adults by Age and Condition
August 26, 2014
During the hot dog days of summer with everyone spending time outside in the sunshine, it can be easy to forget that fall and flu…
A New Way to Age at Home: Co-Housing Communities Growing in Popularity
August 20, 2014
The real estate world is full of emerging housing trends, but could co-housing for seniors be the next big one? The Cohousing Association of the…
Spirit-Centered Care: Enriching Caregiving at Home Through Activities
August 7, 2014
Successful aging in the home should go further than simply meeting basic care needs. It should allow an aging loved one to remain as joyful…
Delay in Stroke Treatment Extends Post-Stroke Recovery Time
July 31, 2014
Fifteen minutes may seem like an insignificant amount of time, but it can drastically change a stroke victim’s life. A new study reveals that following…
More Men Providing Care for Older Family Members
July 9, 2014
With diseases like Alzheimer’s affecting women more frequently, more men are providing care in the home. According to two studies by the Alzheimer’s Association and…
Making Visits Valuable
June 26, 2014
Nationally acclaimed Alzheimer’s and dementia care specialist Teepa Snow offers her expertise in a 6-part series on how to better interact with loved ones with…
The Problem with Medication Regimens
Be honest. Do you always take the medication your doctor prescribes? New research reveals some very surprising statistics. Approximately 30 percent of new prescriptions are…
Summer Senior Safety
June 24, 2014
As we ease into summer, we all want to get outside, enjoy the beautiful weather and maybe even do a little home improvement work. For…