What is the Best Flu Vaccine for Seniors?
While COVID-19 still dominates our health concerns, it’s essential to remember that other illnesses can be equally as dangerous, especially for seniors. Flu season is
Is It Dementia or Medication Side Effects?
Disorientation. Confusion. Memory loss. While these are definitely hallmark symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease as well as other forms of dementia, they may also come about
The Emotion You May Not Have Expected in Caring for Aging Parents
If you were to detail the top 5 emotions you experience in caring for aging parents, what would they be? Maybe you’d first think of
Establishing a Daily Routine for Seniors
Life, especially during the pandemic, can be unpredictable. For older adults who are feeling less in command of particular parts of life, such as losing
Ways to Avoid Elderspeak with Seniors
Watch what occurs at your next family gathering when a new mother places her baby in someone’s arms. The individual will likely transition immediately into
How to Address a Possible Dementia Diagnosis with a Physician
While there is some validity to those worries, there are also some misunderstandings fueling them. For example, nearly 50% of the participants, who were adults
How to Help the Elderly Regain Strength and Why It’s Necessary
As we’re finally easing our way out of the pandemic, we’re discovering more about how it has impacted older adults – both physically and emotionally.
Study Shows Latino Families Impacted by Dementia Need to Watch for Unique Signs
A new study sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association is revealing some surprising results in how dementia may present differently in Hispanics. While further exploration is
What Not to Say During Tough Conversations with Aging Parents
As our parents grow older, it’s not always easy to know what our role as adult children should be. We want what’s best for them