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The Role of Stress and the Risk of Alzheimer’s
The Role of Stress and the Risk of Alzheimer's Few of us are not frightened when contemplating the prospect of getting Alzheimer's disease later in our lives. It currently affects nearly six million Americans, and this number is only expected to go up. Given the seriousness of this disease, it can be helpful to examine some risk factors in order to lower [...]
Can Exercise Help Prevent Alzheimer’s?
Exercise can possibly help fight Alzheimer's from developing sooner Exercise can possibly help fight Alzheimer's from developing sooner The health benefits of regular exercise are frequently touted for preventing or combating numerous conditions and illnesses. Regular workouts have long been known to be beneficial for the cardiovascular system since nearly any form of aerobic training utilizes this system extensively. One of the [...]
Five Tips for Winter Walking
Walking during the winter is an excellent form of exercise and it can be a little easier than starting a walking program in summer.
5 Ways Caregivers Can Avoid Conflict at the Doctor’s Office
One of the things family caregivers often do for their aging relatives is accompany them to medical appointments. While a caregiver’s job may be to help the older adult to remain healthy, their role in the doctor’s office can sometimes be confusing and lead to conflict.
6 Tips for Communicating with Seniors Who Have Dementia
Communicating with an older adult who has dementia is no easy task. Dementia affects their memory, ability to think, personality, and their ability to speak. All of these things can make communication extremely difficult, both for the older adult and for caregivers
Mononucleosis in Seniors
Most people are familiar with mononucleosis as “mono” or “the kissing disease.” It’s a condition that usually passes from person to person through saliva. It’s most often associated with adolescents, but people of any age can get it. Older adults who get mono are more likely to develop liver problems than are people of other age groups.
Maintaining Your Safety While Driving This Winter
As the winter weather rolls in, being able to maintain safety while driving in these conditions is an essential part to fulfilling all needs and taking care of your family while preserving your safety and the safety of others. It is important to remember that there are considerations during winter weather that are different from warmer weather driving, and following these considerations must be done to avoid potentially devastating at consequences.
Protecting Your Senior’s Home during Holiday Vacations
As a family caregiver, however, it is important that you don't overlook important needs while you are getting ready for the holidays, including the need to keep your parent's home safe and secure while you are away.
Caregivers, Has Anyone Ever Said THIS to You?
As a family caregiver to an older adult, you probably receive your share of unsolicited advice. And sometimes what people say to you might make you feel angry, upset, or even guilty.
Five Ways Senior Care Helps After a Stroke
A stroke changes your elderly family member's life in so many ways and recovery can take a long, long time.
Personal Hygiene Can Make or Break Your Senior’s Mood
Personal care tasks, such as getting dressed or washing her face, can be the ones that stymie your senior when they become difficult.
Fraud Continues to Increase – Five Things You Can Do to Keep Your Mom Safe
Fraud Continues to Increase - Five Things You Can Do to Keep Your Mom Safe
