The data is alarming: more than 50% of all caregivers report injuries from lifting or transferring an older adult. As an increasing number of family…
Minimizing Risk: Lifting and Transfer Tips for Caregivers
June 19, 2024
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Help Support Someone Through the Side Effects Caused by Cancer Treatment
June 21, 2023
If a loved one is battling cancer, they could be experiencing a host of difficult side effects caused by cancer treatment, and you will want…
Get Tips for Supporting a Loved One Who Was Diagnosed With Cancer
June 5, 2023
Being diagnosed with cancer is a life-changing occurrence, and having a strong support system is invaluable. When someone you love is going through treatment for…
Managing Parkinson’s Disease: How Family Caregivers Can Help
April 20, 2023
Aging adults with Parkinson’s often receive help with managing Parkinson’s disease from family and friends, particularly in the early stages of the disease. As a professional…
Parkinson’s Awareness Month: What to Expect From Parkinson’s
April 4, 2023
More widespread in males, and more prevalent than muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis, and Lou Gehrig’s disease put together, Parkinson’s disease impacts approximately 7 – 10…
Crucial Health Questions to Ask Seniors During the Holidays
November 18, 2022
It’s been quite some time since you have had the opportunity for a nice, long visit with Mom. Now that the holiday season is here,…
Is Alzheimer’s an Autoimmune Condition?
November 10, 2022
Finding a cure for Alzheimer’s has become as entangled as the tau threads that have long been considered to be the underlying cause of the…
Helping Introverted Seniors Stay Socially Engaged
November 2, 2022
Get ready…the holiday season is here! Even though there are plenty of people who thrive on the frenzied pace of celebrations and parties, there are…
When Worry Over the Cost of Care Keeps Seniors from Getting the Help They Need
April 21, 2022
A lot of today’s older adults grew up during the Great Depression. They lived through a period when the country was cutting corners and pinching…
Reminiscence Therapy for Dementia Helps Seniors Spark Joy
April 13, 2022
Memory loss and dementia might seem synonymous. However, it is crucial to realize that long-term memory frequently remains intact long into the progression of the…