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
Many Seniors Lack Basic Adaptive Devices That Can Be Life-Changing
Think of the countless tools you use each day – your phone, toothbrush, hairbrush – simple items, but ones you cannot envision living without. For
When Aging Parents Expect More Than You Can Give
In an ideal world, we could perfectly compartmentalize our caregiving duties, adhering to a routine that met the requirements of aging parents, while enabling the
Sniffing Out a Parkinson’s Diagnosis (Literally)
You may very well not recognize her by name, but you’ve probably read her story. Joy Milne has an unbelievably unique talent: sensing Parkinson’s disease
3 Ways to Make Helping Aging Parents with Finances Easier
Helping aging parents with finances is often extremely challenging, and often the reason behind family controversies, increased emotions, and misconceptions. And for a good number
Medication and the Elderly: The Tips You Need to Keep Loved Ones Safe
A recent research study of over 2,000 older adults finds that an astonishing 87% take at least one prescription drug, and a staggering 36% are
Cancer Research News: What We Now Know
Annually since 1999, we have attained an increasing reduction in cancer-related deaths, an encouraging trend which is poised to continue as scientists learn more and
4 Reasons Why Women Have a Greater Risk of Alzheimer’s
Researchers are finally starting to get a grip on the discrepancy between Alzheimer’s diagnoses in women and men. Right now, up to 2/3 of individuals