If your young child suddenly developed an illness, who would you call? It’s a no-brainer; many parents have the phone number on speed dial for…
Tips to Help You Find Senior-Friendly Health Care
December 16, 2021
Category: Senior Health
Tips for Family Caregivers Caring for Someone with a New Diagnosis
November 2, 2021
You may have seen it coming, or it could have taken you by surprise. Mom has just been given an official diagnosis for a progressive…
Help Seniors Find Purpose and You May Help Them Live Longer
October 21, 2021
What inspires you to get out of bed every morning? The answer is different for every one of us, of course, but there is one…
Which Flu Vaccine Is Recommended for Older Adults?
September 23, 2021
While COVID-19 still dominates our overall health concerns, it is important to keep in mind that other illnesses can be just as dangerous, particularly for…
Is It Dementia Symptoms or Medication Side Effects?
September 16, 2021
Disorientation. Confusion. Memory loss. While these are definitely hallmark symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia, they may also come about from taking…
Benefits of Developing a Daily Routine for Seniors
August 25, 2021
Life, particularly during the pandemic, can be filled with uncertainty. For older adults who are feeling less in control of particular parts of life, such…
Important Differences in Dementia Progression in People With Hispanic Ancestry
July 19, 2021
A new study sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association is revealing some unexpected results regarding the differences in dementia progression in Hispanic people. While further exploration…
Better Manage Dysphagia in Elderly Adults with These Tips
May 24, 2021
On a hot summer day, there is nothing more satisfying than a tall, cold drink, but dysphagia in elderly adults can cause this simple pleasure…
Understanding the Progression of Dementia
May 17, 2021
One of the first questions in many people’s minds when a member of the family is diagnosed with dementia is what the progression of dementia…
The Startling New Statistics in Medication-Related Senior Falls
May 10, 2021
We have known for a while that there are specific medications that enhance the risk of senior falls. 20 years ago, only a little over…