What to Expect When Moving to an Assisted Living Facility
Moving to an assisted living facility can be a daunting and emotional experience not only for the elderly but also for their loved ones. With…
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How to Eliminate Trip Hazards at Home
Falls are a threat to the health of older adults and can reduce their ability to remain independent and age successfully. However, falls are not…
8 Tips For Moving Your Elderly Loved One Into A Retirement Home
Making the decision to move a loved one into a retirement home is never easy. Fortunately, there are ways you can make the transition as…
Strategies to Avoid Falls When You Have Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a condition in which bone density is decreased, causing the bones to become weak and much more likely to fracture. These fractures are…
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…
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…
Aging as a Spiritual Journey
An issue of The Spokesman Review published a letter from “Louise A,” an 81-year-old woman seeking advice from columnist Annie Lane. She was doing everything…
For The Love Of Animals
Experts agree that to take good care of others, you must first take good care of yourself. I have a research-based recommendation for anyone who…