Many of our elderly quietly endure pain on a daily basis. They make excuses from their pain or deny they are in pain to their family members or caregivers. Pain should not...
Four Common Myths About Pain and the Elderly
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Top 3 budgeting tips for seniors
Caring for a loved one is never easy, especially if they are living on a fixed income.
Planning for dementia care
When your loved one receives a diagnosis of dementia of any kind, life changes. While the disease itself will not progress to its latest stages immediately, your mind...
Suspect Alzheimer’s? Tips and tests for detection
When you begin to notice cognitive impairment in your loved one, it can be difficult to fully grasp and understand the changes that they are going through. Although we all tend...
Start Volunteering with Seniors
If you enjoy working with seniors, sharing stories, discovering history, and cultivating relationships, our aging population may provide the perfect volunteer opportunities.
The best memory games for seniors
Many seniors know the benefits of exercising the body, but there are many good reasons to encourage your aging loved one to exercise their brain as well. With dementia and...
Tea Time: The Health Benefits Found in a Cup of Tea
Valued by many cultures for thousands of years, tea has been noted for its health benefits around the world.
The Rise of the Millennial Caregiver
The impending silver tsunami raises many questions about who will take over the caregiver role the boomer generation has assumed. Though most headlines put baby boomers...
Do You Know the 10 Signs of Dementia?
Spending more time with family members over the holidays can highlight behaviors you’ve never noticed before. As your parents and loved ones reach a certain age, new habits can...
Healthy Benefits of Gratitude
Gratitude is a powerful virtue that can have lasting and positive effects on our lives.