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If you’re a caregiver for someone who is chronically ill from Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s, diabetes, and other related health problems, then you know all too well how hard it can be to keep tabs on that person’s daily […]
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Do you know how to tell if the senior you care for is depressed? Although depression is a risk at any age, seniors in particular are more vulnerable. Major depression is found in about 13% of seniors who […]
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You probably know how important it is to get regular physicals and dental checkups to make sure your body is in tip-top shape, but how about your brain? Is your brain as strong as it could be? Our […]
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As health treatments advance, more and more people are living longer, even with chronic conditions that at one point may have led to an early demise. So, with all that life has to offer, why not live your […]
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Do your eyes ever feel tired, irritated, burning, or teary (and not from watching a sad movie?). You’re not alone. Dry eye is a very common problem, affecting more than 25 million people, especially among middle-aged women and […]
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It can be heartbreaking to witness a senior loved one lose their memory to dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. Although they may be losing their life memories, they don’t lose their ability to care for others. That’s what makes […]
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November is Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month. Alzheimer’s, which is a form of dementia, affects about 5.5 million Americans, according to the National Institute on Aging. Most of those who have it are age 65 or older, and about two-thirds […]
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When someone talks about a loved one or acquaintance with memory loss and confusion, they may typically say that the person has Alzheimer’s disease. However, did you know that Alzheimer’s disease is actually just one form of memory […]
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We’ve all heard about the benefits of staying physical active. Regular physical activity can improve mood, keep us physically fit, and reduce our chance of developing diseases like heart disease and diabetes. It also can help prevent cognitive […]
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If someone you care for has received a dementia or Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis, then you know how life-altering it can be. One area that may come as a surprise is how friendships change once a person is diagnosed […]
