by siteadmin | Jul 31, 2015 | General, Helpful Information for Family Members, Information for Caregivers
Many people believe that providing care for an older loved one is cheaper than assisted living or nursing home care, but this is not necessarily the case. There are hidden costs to caring for a family member in the home that many don’t think about, and those costs...
by siteadmin | Jul 24, 2015 | General, Health News, Helpful Information for Family Members, Information for Caregivers, Senior Safety Tips
Almost 25% of all seniors have to visit the emergency room (ER) at some point. People often think of falls, strokes, or heart attacks as being the main reasons for why, but there are other common things that people may not think of immediately. It is important for...
by siteadmin | Jul 16, 2015 | Alzheimer's Disease, Health News, Helpful Information for Family Members, Memory Care
A study conducted at the Center for BrainHealth at the University of Texas-Dallas found a possible predictor for who is more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease that can be tested for fairly cheaply and easily. Amnestic mild cognitive impairment (aMCI) is a specific...
by siteadmin | Jul 8, 2015 | General, Information for Caregivers, Senior Safety Tips
Online dating has become increasingly popular, even among older adults. However, seniors are at somewhat higher risk for being targeted for scams, possibly because they are at times more isolated and may have higher financial means. According to the FBI’s Internet...
by siteadmin | Jul 3, 2015 | General
Americans celebrate Independence Day on the 4th of July every year with fireworks, barbecues, and gatherings. We celebrate the birth of our nation and our freedom from Britain, and display our patriotism for our country in general. Many wear red, white, and blue...
