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 …
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, …
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, …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …