You’ve just found out that Dad needs to have knee replacement surgery. You have heard a little bit about what this might involve from a …Read More
Ease Discomfort With Dementia During Visits With These Tips
A diagnosis of dementia may also mean a diagnosis for loneliness. Though socialization continues to be essential for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease, multiple factors can …Read More
How Activities Create a Greater Sense of Self-Worth With Dementia
What is it that gets you out of bed each morning? Most of us have a long to-do list that drives us to begin the …Read More
Top Strategies for Helping a Loved One With Incontinence
It’s not something most people would feel comfortable sharing with others. The truth is, the awkwardness of even discussing incontinence is generally enough to keep …Read More
How to Safeguard Mental Health After a Heart Issue
Having a heart attack changes life instantly. What felt important prior to the health crisis suddenly fades into the background, while the top priority becomes …Read More
Common Medications That Cause Falls Among Seniors
What comes to mind when you think of fall prevention for older loved ones? Adding more lighting? Eliminating clutter along with other tripping hazards? Keeping …Read More
How to Care for a Senior With Allergies
It’s summertime! After the long, cold winter and wet springtime, we can at last spend time out in nature. For older adults, getting out into …Read More
Understanding How to Advocate for a Loved One During a Hospital Stay
Whether a loved one is hospitalized for a planned procedure or an unexpected medical crisis, you might be left feeling helpless and vulnerable. You’re fully …Read More
Figuring Out Causes of Loss of Appetite in Elderly Loved Ones
You have just made a big batch of Mom’s special chili recipe. The house smells yummy, and you can’t wait to eat. Yet while you …Read More
Tips for Maintaining Self-Reliance for People With Dementia
If you are caring for someone with dementia, you may be inclined to do whatever you can for the person to ease the stress of …Read More