It’s not secret that older adults prefer to age in place in the comfort of home. This means that the need for eldercare assistance is …Read More
Tag: Caregiver Tips
How Taking Care of the Mind, Body, and Spirit Relieves Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms
March 4, 2011
Nourishing the mind, body and spirit is essential to managing any disease, but really plays a big role for someone with multiple sclerosis. Fatigue, poor …Read More
Heart Attack Signs for Women Can be Subtle. Do You Know All the Signs?
January 19, 2011
Although there have been numerous studies, it is still somewhat controversial that women’s reported heart attack symptoms are generally different then men’s reported symptoms. As …Read More
Holiday Gift-Giving for Seniors
December 20, 2010
It truly is the thought that counts when it comes to giving gifts to the senior in your life. Most elderly family members value the …Read More
Including Elderly Loved Ones in Holiday Activities
December 17, 2010
Family gatherings and traditions are what make the holidays such a joyous time of the year. For frail seniors, however, the hustle and bustle of …Read More
Why is foot care so important for diabetics?
November 4, 2010
For a person with diabetes, a minor foot wound can quickly turn into a bigger problem. Possible nerve damage, a weakened immune system and restricted …Read More
Sandwich Generation Stretched Too Thin?
October 19, 2010
42 million American women are “sandwiched” between the caregiving and financial needs of their children and their aging relatives, at a time when women are …Read More
Miles and Miles of Piles – How to Sensitively Help a Hoarder
July 8, 2010
Seniors are prone to hoarding. Just why that is, is a matter of conjecture. To date, there aren’t any conclusive studies on the subject. However, …Read More
Random acts of kindness ARE contagious!
May 24, 2010
You’ve heard that a spirit of kindness and generosity can spread to others, but did you know that it’s actually been proven? A recent study …Read More
How to set the stage for a good night’s rest
May 18, 2010
As we get older, our circadian clocks get off….making it difficult to obtain a solid night’s rest on a regular basis. Here are some tips …Read More