Nursing Home Signs You May Not Be Noticing
As the population ages, more family members find themselves taking care of elderly parents, grandparents or other loved ones. It can be difficult to care for loved ones while …
Erasing the Stigma of Geriatric Anxiety and Learning to Help
The effects of anxiety disorders are becoming ever more prevalent in our society. Even with new research shining a light on how many Americans suffer from these varying disorders, …
Offering Comfort Through the Stages of Death and Dying
Death is not a subject that is easy to discuss. Yet, it’s something we all must face someday. If you have a loved one who is nearing this time, …
Why Greenhouse Nursing Homes are Rising in Popularity
No one relishes the thought of putting a loved one in a nursing home. However, often comes the point when the appropriate care cannot be provided at home and …
What Is CCRC and What You Should Know About Them
There comes a time in everyone’s life when he or she may not be able to take care of themselves the way they always have. It’s nothing to be …
What is the Difference Between Delirium and Dementia?
Both delirium and dementia have similar symptoms, but the two medical conditions are not the same. Delirium usually comes on suddenly, and there are ways to prevent it from …
Detecting and Treating Weight Loss in Seniors
Most of us tend to recognize that elderly people tend to become smaller the older they get. As people age, they lose weight and perhaps even become a couple …
Senior Citizen Center Activities to Keep You Feeling Young
When you are considering a senior living facility or community for your loved one, you want to make sure that all their needs will be met. This doesn’t end …
What Is Validation Therapy and How Can It Help?
Receiving a diagnosis of dementia for a parent or loved one can be an emotional and scary time. While parts of life begin to make sense, others begin to …
10 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts to be Familiar With
Alzheimer’s disease is increasing at an alarming rate. There is currently no way to prevent or cure it, or even to slow its progression. Here are some important Alzheimer’s …
