Natural Remedies for Common Ailments
While some medications are obviously useful and necessary, natural remedies may help patients to achieve positive results without side effects.
Long Term Care Insurance and Assisted Living
For those with assisted living is in their future, finding a way to pay for it is a primary concern. Long-term care insurance is one available option.
Diabetes in the Elderly
Type 2 diabetes occurs when the body becomes insulin resistant. Over 50% of those who suffer from Type 2 diabetes are over 60 years old.
Celebrating the Love of a Parent on Valentine’s Day
If you have a parent in assisted living, Valentine's Day is the perfect opportunity to show them how much their love has meant to you - from childhood until now.
Medical Cannabis and Senior Citizens
The most important question for seniors and their caregivers is if medical cannabis is a safe and effective treatment alternative to pharmaceuticals.
Making Assisted Living Visits a Priority
With so much to do every day, it is easy to let things slide. But there are several reasons why making assisted living visits should be a priority.
Should Senior Citizens Take Sleeping Pills?
Recent studies report that sleeping pills may be unhealthy for anyone to take on a regular basis, . but the ramifications are more serious for the elderly.
Never Stop Learning! Online Courses for Seniors
If a senior citizen is a shut-in, losing mobility or in assisted living, online courses are an excellent option to take on new educational opportunities.
7 Best Companion Dog Breeds for Elderly
Companion dog breeds and emotional support dogs can make a world of difference in the life of an elderly or shut-in individual.
Helping a Parent Cope with Loss
As friends and family age, senior citizens can find themselves surviving siblings, spouses and close friends. Your empathy can help them to cope with loss.