When it comes to summertime exercises for seniors and people with disabilities, safety should always be the top priority. Exercising outside can provide numerous benefits, such as fresh air and sunlight, but it is crucial to take necessary precautions to [...]
Being a caregiver is a truly rewarding and noble endeavor, but it can also be incredibly stressful. Whether you're caring for a loved one with a chronic condition or looking after a adult with special needs, the demands of caregiving [...]
As a caregiver for a loved one with dementia, you may feel lost, alone, or like no one understands what you are going through. Everyone goes through different stages. While trying to balance the demands of caregiving with other obligations [...]
As we grow older, we start to face new challenges that can make it difficult to continue living comfortably in our own homes. Fortunately, modern technology has made it possible to age in place safely and comfortably with the help [...]
Sometimes an older adult's need for additional help is obvious. It could be that he or she is having a hard time getting to appointments, seems confused by instructions or perhaps isn't paying bills on time. More often, though, the [...]
If you are caring for someone with dementia due to Alzheimer's disease or other brain disorders, it can be difficult to truly understand how your loved one sees the world as the disease progresses. Agnosia, Amnesia, Aphasia, Agnosia, Apraxia, Altered [...]
Home care and home health care are two terms that are often used interchangeably, but offer very different services. Learn about the care services each one offers to determine the best solution for your loved one's needs. Types of Home [...]
Dementia is a familiar word to many of us. We know family members, friends, or others who have many symptoms associated with memory loss. About 5.6 million older people (aged 65) have dementia. We know it can be a difficult [...]
Eating balanced and nutritious meals is important for everyone, but it is especially important for older adults. However, these adults need to be able to shop for their own food, but the lack of mobility or vision can make this [...]
