Looking at the past several months, family caregivers have had to face seemingly insurmountable challenges connected with the care of the older adults they love….
Is Home Care a Safe Option for Seniors During the Pandemic?
October 8, 2020
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Alzheimer’s Care Tips: Managing Disinhibiting Behaviors
September 18, 2020
Awkwardness. Discomfort. Disbelief. Shame. Each one of these feelings can cycle through a family caregiver’s heart when your family member with Alzheimer’s showcases disinhibited behaviors,…
Fall Prevention Tips for Seniors to Regain Confidence After a Fall
September 11, 2020
While comedians and circus clowns may stir audiences to laughter over such stunts as slipping on a banana peel, there is nothing funny about falling…
Elderly Health Care Issues: Are Elective Medical Procedures Safe for Seniors Now?
September 4, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic put the world on pause, including, among various other activities, healthcare appointments and procedures. As a matter of fact, approximately half of…
The New Parkinson’s Treatment That Is Curing the Disease in Mice
August 18, 2020
Scientists at the UC San Diego School of Medicine who thought they were studying connective tissue cell protein received quite a shock when they alternatively came…
Advice for Dementia Caregivers: What to Do When You’re Falsely Accused
August 12, 2020
It can come seemingly out of the blue: you place your loved one’s favorite tuna sandwich in front of her – light on the mayo,…
Keeping Seniors Safe During the Pandemic When Venturing Out
August 6, 2020
After months of isolating, quarantining, and distancing from family and friends, stay-at-home orders have been relaxed. But for senior citizens in particular, is it safe to…
Living with COPD During COVID-19: The Resources and Tips You Need
July 22, 2020
Those diagnosed with COPD have had to remain especially vigilant since the COVID-19 pandemic began, as they are likely at both an increased risk for contracting…
Challenges and Solutions for those with Alzheimer’s During COVID-19
July 15, 2020
Loneliness. Confusion. Isolation. These feelings are getting to be commonplace for many of us during the COVID-19 pandemic, but once you add in the element…
Tips to Manage Difficult Aging Parents’ Caregiving Issues
July 8, 2020
In an ideal world, we might perfectly compartmentalize our caregiving duties, sticking to a routine that met the requirements of a senior, while allowing enough…