Involuntary Movement Disorders & Care Tips
Sometimes, we might randomly experience unnatural sensations, like an arm twitch or feeling unsteady on a flight of stairs. Movement, whether intended or not, is a result of the brain…
Navigating The Holidays With Seniors
The holidays are a special time for families with aging parents. They give us the opportunity to reconnect, to share old memories and favorite stories, and especially to allow our…
Reducing Fracture Risk Among Elderly – What You Need to Know
A person’s senior years can be full of wonderful activities, fun with friends, time with grandchildren, traveling, and so much more. Without a doubt, the later years of life can…
A Senior’s Guide to Emojis
Emojis may seem simple enough, but sometimes their meanings can be confusing. To help you understand what these little faces mean, we’ve compiled a list of 10 commonly used emojis…
Medicare and Medicaid
Medicare and Medicaid Facts For Seniors Medicare and Medicaid are not the same despite what some people think. And even though they have been around for an extremely long time,…
Senior Fall Prevention
Falling is the leading injury in seniors. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “one in three elderly people will fall this year, and less than half of…
The Emotions That Go With Caregiving
Caregiving is an emotional job. You forge connections, and your clients sometimes feel like more than clients. Not every emotion, however, can or will be positive in the process of…
Alzheimer’s Disease Care Tips
Use the following Alzheimer's Disease Care Tips to properly communicate and provide elder care services for Alzheimer’s patients: Never argue - instead agree. This is their reality and the caregiver…
Durable Medical Equipment (DME)
Purchasing Durable Medical Equipment (DME): What You Need to Know Many items fall under the category of Durable Medical Equipment (DME). If your doctor prescribes medically necessary DME to you,…
Managing The Highs & Lows Of Parkinson’s Disease & Bipolar in Seniors
Carol is 81 years old and lives alone at her home. A strong-willed woman, she battles Parkinson’s disease and bipolar disorder every day. Her three children all live out of…
