View From The Hospital Bed
A big part of my life is devoted to educating people. My mantra for 2016 was about the need for everyone to appoint an advocate.…
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Common Fall Causes And Injuries in Seniors And How To Manage Them
When we age, our bodies go through a lot of changes physically. WebMD notes that as we get older, our bones become less dense and…
Are You A Frog In A Pot?
Urban legend suggests that if a frog is suddenly put into a pot of boiling water, it will jump out and save itself from impending…
Preparing for the Unexpected
Experience is a wonderful teacher, and if the Coronavirus pandemic has taught us anything, it is that we need to be prepared for the unexpected!…
3 Controversial Decisions Alzheimer’s Caregivers Must Face
Your loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. As the disease progresses, everyone involved with the care of your loved one will be confronted with…
How To Recognize Depression In The Elderly
Here’s an alarming statistic: according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, more than 6 million Americans aged 65 and above live with some form…
The Changing Rules of the Caregiving Game
The digital world is changing the rules of the caregiving game. Healthcare organizations, financial institutions, educational organizations and professional service providers have invested billions of…
The Benefits Of Hospice
Hospice is a specific type of care for people who have been diagnosed with a terminal illness and have fewer than six months to live.…
Important Family Conversations
In 1789, Ben Franklin said, “In this world, nothing is certain except death and taxes.” But, we are MUCH more likely to discuss taxes with…
10 Surprising Early Signs of Dementia
Frequently falling, mismanaging your money, or staring into space? Find out if you should be concerned about Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. Dementia…