Tips for Caring for a Senior with Pneumonia
Elderly adults are more vulnerable to illness and infection than younger people because of immune systems that tend to be less effective. This means they are more likely to contract potentially serious illnesses and infections[...]
Six Questions to Ask on World Diabetes Day
World Diabetes Day falls on November 14th. You probably know what diabetes is. Do you know everything there is to know, however? Did you know that diabetes can also impact your vision and brain health?[...]
Is it Really Possible for You to Have a Solid Sleep Schedule as a Caregiver?
Getting enough sleep as a caregiver is vital if you’re going to keep pushing yourself. You have to have a sleep schedule that works for you and that might mean making some changes to what[...]
Mom Needs Elder Care Why You Should Use an Agency
Once you've decided that its time to hire some outside help to assist with the care of your aging relative, you may have questions about where to turn. If you ask the people around you,[...]
Preparing for Fire Prevention Day with Elderly Family Members
October 9 is officially Fire Prevention Day. On or around this date is the perfect time to take a look at what types of fire prevention procedures and equipment are in place for your aging[...]
Possible New Risk Factor for Dementia Discovered
Many people believe that the word dementia describes a problem with memory. However, dementia is a term used to describe signs and symptoms that impact a persons cognitive abilities, memory, and social skills. A dementia[...]
