Seniors are at risk for vision-affecting eye conditions including macular degeneration, cataracts, glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy. Vision loss affects seniors’ daily life profoundly. By understanding
You read the news. There are current recalls or alerts for spices, deli meats, pizza dough, and watermelon. Crackers, apples, and breaded fish also appear
Sleep does so much for your senior’s body and that’s never more apparent than when she’s not getting the sleep that she needs. Here are
What do you do if your dad is suddenly sleeping 10 or 12 hours a day? You’re not sure you should be concerned or if
If your elderly family member tends to end up dehydrated a little too often, she might want to look into ways to improve hydration. These ideas might help you
As she ages, it’s even more important that your elderly family member talks to her doctor about what she needs to do and to know about exercising.
Your mom is a movie buff. She loves watching films when they’re released. This year’s been a little harder for her, and you wonder if
When taking care of your elderly loved one in their own home, you need to pay attention to their medical state. You should keep an
Dementia is a serious disease affecting many older adults. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says that about 5 million people have the disease. Despite the prevalence
Taking care of your elderly family member from far away may not feel optimal, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you have another choice. Long-distance caregiving is easier
