A Valuable Break It can be a joy and a privilege to care for an aging family member, providing them assistance with daily tasks. You have the opportunity to get to know them better and spend precious time with them every day. But this can be very taxing and stressful on you and on your [...] Read more »
Advice for Seniors: Get a Flu Shot
As with any medical treatment and prevention, your doctor is the only one who should advise you or your loved one to obtain a flu shot. However, information from both the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) indicate the best way to prevent the flu and [...] Read more »
Alzheimer’s Disease: Communication Tips
Alzheimer’s disease can cause instances of confusion, fright and frustration for the person with Alzheimer’s disease as well as for loved ones and caregivers. Here is a list of tips to achieve better communication. The most debilitative and indicative symptom of Alzheimer’s disease is the gradual loss of words and understanding that are crucial to [...] Read more »
