Top Tips for Managing COPD at Home

Coughing. Shortness of breath. Wheezing. If you’re caring for a family member with COPD, you know these symptoms all too well. Your goal is to help the person live their highest possible quality of life, but it’s not easy. Though there is currently no cure available for COPD, it is treatable, and there are steps […]

Simple Strategies for Managing Diabetes in Older Adults

November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and with more than 130 million Americans diagnosed with the disease, it is likely you know someone or perhaps even are included in this group. Regardless of whether you are new to caring for someone with diabetes or a seasoned veteran, there’s always something new to learn to better manage […]

Strategies for Caring for Someone With Incontinence

It’s not something most people would feel comfortable discussing with others. As a matter of fact, the embarrassment of even talking about incontinence is generally enough to keep the problem concealed. Not only that, but there’s a common, incorrect assumption that it’s simply a standard part of getting older and needs to be discreetly accepted […]

Managing Allergic Reactions in Seniors: Tips for Prevention and Relief

It’s finally summer! After the long, cold winter and chilly, wet springtime, we can finally get outside. For older adults, getting out into the fresh air, sunshine, and beauty of nature is especially important for both physical and mental health. Sadly, however, it can also trigger seasonal allergies and allergic reactions. And this is just […]

Savoring Every Bite: Strategies to Overcome Appetite Loss in Aging Adults

You’ve just made a large batch of Mom’s special chili recipe. The house smells delicious, and you cannot wait to have a helping. But while you are savoring not only the taste but the memories the meal creates, Mom is simply stirring the food around in her own bowl. And it is not the first […]

What Are the Best Devices for a Person Living With Arthritis?

For someone with arthritis, even simple, daily tasks and activities can result in crippling pain. It may also result in a loss of self-reliance, if the person starts to depend more heavily on others for support and assistance. Fortunately, there are a variety of helpful devices which can both reduce pain and permit individuals living […]

Breathe Easier Knowing the Typical COPD Triggers to Avoid

We’ve all been waiting patiently for March! At last, the days are becoming longer and now we can begin to feel the promise of spring in the air. For an individual with COPD, there’s even more cause to celebrate the seasonal changes. Cold, dry air is one of several COPD triggers, and the arrival of […]

Personality Changes That Could Point to Dementia in a Loved One

You can’t quite put your finger on it, and yet you’ve begun to notice some differences in Mom’s conduct recently. She is more forgetful than before. She keeps misplacing her car keys. Often, she repeats herself. Is it Alzheimer’s disease? Currently, over 6.5 million people age 65 and older are battling dementia. Because of this, […]

Tips for Healthy Hearing for People of All Ages

Your favorite song. Birds singing. Children laughing. There are many lovely sounds to enjoy all around us, so it’s critical to take care of the amazing gift of hearing. As we get older, our ability to hear clearly can change, but the following tips for healthy hearing can help make sure this important human sense […]

Explore Heart-Healthy Foods for Older Adults

There are many visual reminders this time of the year that prompt us to think about that exceedingly vital organ that works around the clock to help keep us healthy! Store shelves are full of heart-shaped balloons, boxes of candy, and cards. Since it’s also American Heart Month, it is an ideal time to take […]