Bed sores affect as many as one in every ten older adults and are even more common in people who smoke, are living with a…
Preventing Bed Sores in Older Adults
January 24, 2023
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Tips for Preventing and Treating Bruising in Seniors
January 11, 2023
Of the many changes that manifest as people age, bruising in seniors is one that can be alarming for family members to see in their…
The Benefits of Beverage Thickeners for Swallowing Disorders
December 28, 2022
Unless you are one of the many who struggle with swallowing disorders, you most likely haven’t given much consideration to the different textures and consistencies…
Practice Makes Progress When It Comes to Caregiving Patience
December 14, 2022
Does your blood pressure soar when you finally finish filling your cart with groceries, only to find just one checkout lane open and a line…
New Year’s Resolutions for Alzheimer’s Caregivers
December 1, 2022
People around you may be resolving to lose 10 pounds, exercise more, and eat healthier, but for Alzheimer’s caregivers, perhaps just getting through the day…
Understanding the Benefits of Hugs on Senior Health
October 26, 2022
Remember during the height of the pandemic, when social distancing was the norm and we had to settle for virtual visits? One of the most…
Using Food to Connect With a Loved One Who Has Dementia
October 11, 2022
If there is one thing that connects us all, it is food! Think about how many precious memories have been made over the years that…
A New Cancer Treatment Is Eliminating Tumors
October 4, 2022
Fall is typically the start to cold and flu season, which is also the time our immune systems get a good workout. Thankfully, our natural…
Health Concerns That Can Cause Negative Mood Changes in a Senior
September 28, 2022
We all have bad days and good days, and we are all entitled to a bit of negative thinking or crankiness occasionally. If you’re taking…
Improve a Senior’s Memory With These Simple, Effective Tips
September 14, 2022
Remember memorizing the order of the colors of the rainbow in elementary school? Many of us were introduced to Roy G. Biv to master this…