We all know that home is where the heart is, which is why the hearts of so many older adults are set on remaining at home throughout aging, rather than...read more
It often starts subtly: a little shortness of breath while walking to the mailbox, or a cough that won’t quit. For millions of adults, those early signs are easy to...read more
Family members providing COPD care for an older loved one know that outdoor air pollution can make symptoms worse. But, did you know that compromised air quality in the home...read more
Medications can both enhance and save lives, but there is a hidden risk that can create dire consequences — the danger of medication noncompliance. Statistics show that upwards of 125,000...read more
With as many as 10,000 prescription drugs available in the United States, it’s no surprise that so many seniors – approximately one in three – are taking a minimum of...read more
Improving a senior’s balance is one of the best ways to improve overall health, especially when it comes to fall prevention. After an older adult has had a fall, the...read more
Perhaps you’ve been beside a loved one at the hospital and noticed the nurse attaching a brightly colored “FALL RISK” band to his/her wrist, alerting the medical team to this...read more
One of the more honorable actions adult children can make is to start taking care of elderly parents in their own home. Our parents took care of us when we...read more
When we were young, we figured out how to share toys and games as well as the attention of our parents. Those same feelings likely carry with us well into...read more
While it goes without saying that abusing an older adult is something that would never even occur to most people, it’s a tragically typical occurrence in the U.S. Elder care...read more
Providing the assistance that helps seniors remain healthy, happy and independent is the objective of not only our professional senior care experts, but of each and every family caregiver who...read more
Enduring and going through recovery following a stroke is an emotionally and physically challenging undertaking, and the main thing you long for is to return to your everyday life. However,...read more
Stroke, according to the National Stroke Association, is listed as the fifth leading reason for death in the U.S., with an annual count of about 800,000 individuals suffering from a...read more
A number of older adults who have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease receive the largest part of their care at home from loved ones, particularly during the initial phases of...read more
More likely to strike men, and more common than MS, ALS, and muscular dystrophy combined, Parkinson’s disease is diagnosed in as many as 7 – 10 million individuals internationally, with...read more
Among the numerous life changes after a traumatic brain injury (TBI), close relationships are affected in a variety of ways due to: Modifications in responsibilities Adjustments in relationship roles Problems...read more
Meeting the care needs of a loved one who is undergoing traumatic brain injury rehabilitation can be easier to manage when armed with knowledge and understanding. The methods below, courtesy...read more
If you were diagnosed with diabetes, heart disease, or high blood pressure, chances are your health care provider has suggested taking blood pressure at home, with regularly scheduled readings using...read more
