Category: Health

The Benefits Of Aromatherapy On The Elderly

Published: 11/22/19

Sometimes we get so focused on the nuts-and-bolts of senior care, such as diet and meal support, or ensuring their home is safe and accessible – we forget […]

Arthritis Diet: What To Eat And What To Avoid

Published: 10/31/19

Did you know the foods you eat can worsen your arthritis pain and inflammation? Adhering to an arthritis diet – nearly identical to an anti-inflammatory diet – can make […]

Senior Health And Wellbeing Depends On Social Interaction

Published: 09/30/19

Social spheres shrink rapidly for seniors who don’t remain engaged in the world around them. Living alone, losing the ability to drive, decreased mobility, and […]

Combatting Depression In The Elderly

Published: 08/27/19

While it’s true that depression and feelings of loneliness are common in the senior population, there is much we can do to minimize or prevent […]

How COPD Affects Aging And What Caregivers Can Do

Published: 07/30/19

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) affects roughly 11 million people in the United States and is now the third-leading cause of death by disease in […]

Reducing Anger In Those With Dementia

Published: 06/25/19

Reducing anger can quickly become the number one issue for caregivers because while some individuals with Alzheimer’s or dementia remain content and amiable for the […]

Reminiscence Therapy And Dementia

Published: 03/29/19

There are no words to describe the grief, the worry, the frustration and – yes – even anger as loved ones seem to fade away […]

Guns And Dementia: Keeping Seniors Safe

Published: 02/28/19

Typically, senior safety concerns around dementia include things like taking away the keys, making a home safer and more accessible and ensuring qualified adults are […]

Pets For Seniors: How About A Low-Maintenance Fish?

Published: 01/28/19

Multiple studies show that seniors benefit from pet ownership. However, owning a pet isn’t always that easy – and it can even be dangerous. The […]

Medication Reminders Are Lifesavers For Seniors With Dementia

Published: 12/28/18

Worrying about a loved one with dementia often revolves around some of the bigger picture items; are they safe to live at home alone? Should […]

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