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August 25, 2020
As summer temperatures soar, so do heat-related health risks, especially among seniors. It’s no secret that our bodies change as we age, but what many do […]
August 11, 2020
As we age, we become more vulnerable to cognitive deficits (such as memory loss) as well as to mood disorders (like depression). Alzheimer’s, dementia, and depression […]
July 22, 2020
The evolving COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound effect on nursing homes throughout the nation. The first noted epicenter of the infection was identified at a […]
July 8, 2020
Dehydration is among the most common fluid and electrolyte imbalances seen among seniors. If left untreated, persistent dehydration can adversely affect the renal and neurologic systems, […]
June 23, 2020
As we age, our alertness, memory, and mental acuity may wane. In most people, these changes are gradual, but they can leave many seniors feeling lonely […]
June 9, 2020
As humans, we thrive on social interaction. Family, friends, and colleagues provide us with companionship, emotional support, and intellectual stimulation. As we age, however, our levels […]
May 27, 2020
The World Health Organization (WHO) has noted that elders are at increased risk for malnutrition. Health problems, sensory deficits, and declining memory can all contribute to […]
September 18, 2015
Although our society’s growing life expectancy can certainly be a positive, it creates a dilemma for many Although our society’s growing life expectancy can certainly be […]
September 9, 2015
According to Consumer Affairs, more than one in three persons over age 65 fall each year, often at home. The bathroom is one of the most […]
September 2, 2015
Are you investigating options for long-term care? With the “graying” of the baby boomer generation, the marketplace has been scrambling to keep up with the growing […]
August 24, 2015
Although the jury is still out on exactly how much each of these healthy behaviors affect cognitive decline, there are so many other benefits, there’s certainly […]
August 14, 2015
Depression does not have to be a part of the aging process. Certainly there are challenges later in life that give rise to sadness – a […]
August 6, 2015
While a caregiving relationship may feel natural and comfortable between a parent and a child, it can be much more difficult to accept when the roles […]
July 24, 2015
When we think of a home caregiver, often the first thing that comes to mind is someone helping with laundry, cooking or personal care. But one […]
July 15, 2015
When it becomes apparent that a change in day to day living arrangements must be made, how do you approach the problem? There are many choices: […]
July 1, 2015
There’s nothing better than a happy dog greeting you at the door, or a sleeping cat purring on your lap. We know instinctively that pets can […]
July 1, 2015
Did you know that volunteering can extend your life? In a seminal study out of the University of Michigan, researchers found that volunteers over 65 years […]
June 15, 2015
If you are caring and compassionate, and find that you naturally want to help others, home caregiving might be a perfect fit. Where else can you […]