Alzheimer’s Disease and Hospice Care

Aging well is not simply about remaining at home for as long as possible. It is about enjoying a higher quality of life. Doing this involves remaining engaged with family and friends and feeling valued throughout every stage of life. The Correlation between Aging Well and Healthy Living For many seniors, there is a strong Read More

Death is inevitable. We will all face it at some point in the future. Despite this fact, it is not a subject that most people feel comfortable talking about. Perhaps this is because it is difficult to permanently say goodbye to a person we love. Maybe it is because of the unknown reality about what Read More

When senior women breaks a bone, it is common for them to receive treatment to repair the break or fracture. While this might involve a prolonged hospital stay and sometimes even physical therapy and rehabilitation, a bone density test often is not part of the plan. In fact, only about 17-percent of female senior citizens Read More

According to the American Heart Association, nearly 800,000 people a year suffer a stroke. After the age of 55, the risk of having a stroke nearly doubles every 10 years. This makes it extremely important for seniors and their caregivers to remain aware of the risk factors and signs associated with strokes. While age, gender Read More

Alzheimer’s is a form of dementia that impacts more than 5.4 million seniors across America. The disease erases most memories, impacts functioning and eventually leads to death. There is no cure, but the search continues. Many breakthroughs have been made along the way.  Today, seniors are often prescribed medications that slow the progression of the Read More

As parents enter the senior years of life, many adult children find themselves concerned about safety. This is especially true when mom or dad gets behind the wheel. While there is not a specific age when a person should automatically give up their driver’s license, there are situations when drivers become a danger to themselves Read More

Whether your family celebrates Christmas, Hanukah or another holiday in this season of giving, times can sometimes be trying. The loss of a loved one often makes a home feel empty and the holidays less festive. Once beloved memories this year only serve to remind the family of the person missing from the room. Watching Read More

Providing the necessary care for a loved one living in your home can be a rewarding experience. You have the satisfaction of knowing that you are giving them the support they need during an extended illness, disability, or at the end of their life. It’s good though that you don’t forget the most important thing Read More

Exercise benefits all of us. Study after study proves this to be true, and it’s common knowledge that leading a sedentary lifestyle increases one’s risk of heart disease, obesity, diabetes and other health concerns. Getting enough exercise is often especially challenging for seniors, but a new study just might give some the motivation they need Read More

According to the CDC, approximately one out of every 4 older Americans falls each year. The consequences of these falls vary greatly, with the most serious including broken bones, head injuries, fractured hips and even death. Even for seniors who never experience falls, the fear alone can cause isolation, hesitation to participate in physical activities Read More

One of the best ways for seniors to spend their time is to pursue higher education. It doesn’t matter whether you already have a college degree or whether you have never set foot on a college campus, the benefits of taking college courses as a senior are immense. The act of learning new things causes Read More

Acupuncture is an old Chinese practice that involves inserting needles into the body so as to treat a variety of diseases. This method of treatment has many benefits to seniors, and it is meant to give aid to the patients without the use of medications. This ancient treatment has been linked to the treatment of Read More