Category Archives: Family

Alzheimer’s: How Scent Preservation Kits Can Help Find Loved Ones with Alzheimer’s Who Are Missing

Seniors living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias sometimes may wander away, leaving them vulnerable to unsafe situations where family members are not nearby to help them. To help return these seniors home safely, the Florida Department of Elder Affairs has partnered with a company called Scent Evidence K9 to distribute 2,000 Scent Preservation Kits,…

How Seniors Can Prep for Hurricane Season During the COVID-19 Pandemic

The Atlantic hurricane season began on June 1 and continues through November 30. This year’s hurricane season is expected to be particularly active, and there’s the added challenge of continuing to manage the new coronavirus pandemic. So, just how can you help the seniors in your life be better prepared? Here are a few tips,…

6 Unique Ways to Show Love to a Senior This Month

Although Valentine’s Day is usually focused on love for a romantic partner, it’s always a good idea to show others that you care for them, including the seniors in your life. So, in the spirit of Valentine’s Day and expressions of love and caring, here are a few unique ways you can celebrate with senior…

Here’s How to Talk With Parents Who Need More Care But Don’t Want to Admit It

It may happen when you visit parents over a holiday—or it could be something you notice gradually over a few visits. Your mom or dad may be having trouble paying bills or organizing a budget. Or, they’re struggling to get everyday tasks done around the house due to mobility challenges. You want to have that…

Study: Even One Night of Lost Sleep Could Raise Risk for Alzheimer’s Disease

How did you sleep last night? Turns out, getting enough sleep is extremely important for our long-term health, and even one night of bad sleep can increase the chance of developing Alzheimer’s disease, according to a study published in January in the medical journal Neurology. In the study, a small group of 15 healthy younger…

Spotlight: On the Go Therapy Services Will Come to Your Home for Your Therapy Needs

It can be hard to get to physical therapy or other therapy appointments if you have mobility issues. On the Go Therapy physical therapists will come to your home to offer one-to-one care. On the Go Therapy founder Julie A. Blank realized early in her physical therapy career that in most communities, there was a…

Potential Alzheimer’s Drug from Biogen May Provide Hope for Those With the Disease

Alzheimer’s disease devastates millions of families each year. Alzheimer’s, which is one form of dementia, has no cure and is the sixth leading cause of death in the U.S. There are drugs to help curb symptoms, but nothing to stop the disease. The drugmaker Biogen has been in the news recently regarding its drug aducanumab.…