A recent study of over 2,000 older adults reveals that an astonishing 87% take one or more prescription drugs, and a full 36% are taking…
Seniors and Medications: Avoid These Common Aging-Related Issues
April 6, 2020
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Managing Incontinence with Alzheimer’s Disease
March 19, 2020
Dementia care involves both empathy and creativity to manage a number of complex behaviors and effects, and that is particularly true with regards to incontinence,…
How to Effectively Manage Emotions in Caregiving
March 12, 2020
If you are feeling somewhat overwhelmed in your role as caregiver, take heart; you are in good company. Providing help for a senior loved one…
Cutting-Edge Cancer Treatment for All Forms of the Disease May Be on the Horizon
March 5, 2020
There’s no doubt about how incredible our body’s immune system is in attacking invading bacteria and viruses and restoring us to health following an illness….
Minimizing Agitation, One of the Common Dementia Challenges
February 17, 2020
Agitation is one of the more difficult dementia challenges, and can be incredibly complex for family members to manage. It is important to take steps…
Understanding How Alzheimer’s Affects Vision and Tips for Overcoming the Challenges
February 11, 2020
The complexity of steps needed to enable us to see are mind-boggling. Within the blink of an eye, our brains can easily take transmitted details…
For Caregivers: 5 Easy Steps for Hosting Successful Family Meetings
February 5, 2020
“It takes a village” was never a truer statement than when applied to being a caregiver for an adult loved one. And, it’s necessary for…
Dementia Caregivers: Find Relief Through Laughter!
January 10, 2020
Looking after a person you love with dementia is certainly not something to laugh about. Nonetheless, research is increasingly pointing towards the benefits of humor, and…
Seniors and Dehydration: Warning Signs and Tips to Help
January 3, 2020
Did you know…approximately 50% of all older adults are chronically under-hydrated, based on a new study conducted at UCLA? Not just that, but seniors over age…
What Every Elder Care Advocate Needs to Ask the Doctor
Of the many responsibilities a family caregiver faces, possibly one of the most daunting is managing health problems. The National Council on Aging estimates that around…