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…
When Worry Over the Cost of Care Keeps Seniors from Getting the Help They Need
April 21, 2022
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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…
What to Do When Feeling Unappreciated as a Family Caregiver
April 7, 2022
From the moment you woke up this morning until the end of an exhausting day, you’ve given your all to the family member you care…
The Importance of Making Friends as a Senior
March 16, 2022
If you have ever watched young children at the park, you know how quickly friendships are formed. A small group can be playing a game,…
Understanding Chemo Brain and Its Effects
March 9, 2022
Confusion. Short-term memory problems. Inability to focus. Could it be Alzheimer’s? Possibly; but if you’re a cancer survivor, there is another common culprit that may…
The Dual Purposes of Family Caregiver Journaling
March 7, 2022
A lot of us are jotting down notes all of the time: grocery lists, appointments, meetings, to-do reminders, events…the list goes on and on. If…
When to Seek Guardianship for Aging Parents
March 2, 2022
In a perfect world, our family relationships would all be positive and helpful. We would manage transitional times smoothly, cooperatively, and without any disagreement. As…
Yes, You Can Be a Better Care Advocate for Your Aging Parent
February 28, 2022
“Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not.” – Dr. Seuss, The Lorax Serving as…
Living Alone with Dementia: Is It Possible to do Safely at Home?
February 22, 2022
There has long been a belief that when someone received a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or another form of progressive dementia, the only real option…
Speaking of Vaccines…How About a Vaccine for Alzheimer’s? It’s in the Works!
February 9, 2022
If 2021 will be recalled as the year for COVID-19 vaccines, perhaps 2022 will make its mark with a different version of life-changing vaccine: a…