Rethinking Respite Care
If you are the sole caregiver for an elderly parent and need some time away, respite care may be a great short-term solution.
How to Determine When Caregiving is Necessary
Caregiving may refer to at-home care, moving them into your home, or transitioning to assisted living or memory care - but all require an emotional decision.
Does HIPAA Consider Memory Care Deductible?
Under the 1996 Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), memory care may be considered a "long-term care service," a deductible expense.
Handling the Questions of Dementia Patients
Dementia patients often ask the same questions repeatedly or tell the same story over and over - causing agitation and frustration for their caregivers.
Hearing Loss and Your Senior Loved One
Hearing loss can cause social isolation, depression, loss of balance and even dementia; but seniors should be encouraged to find a solution.
The Importance of Magnesium for Seniors
Magnesium is responsible for many of the problems senior citizens encounter, including insomnia, joint pain, and fatigue. In fact, magnesium is essential for healthy aging.
Benefits of Adding Green Plants to Your Room
Green plants can lower stress, purify the air, and improve the well-being of dementia patients. There may be no easier way to help your senior loved one.
Tips for Aging Well
For senior adults, aging well depends on maintaining mental and physical health and staying engaged in a fulfilling life.
Restful Sleep and Senior Health
When restful sleep evades a senior citizen, being tired during the day can be the least of their problems - many health issues may be related.
How Pets Can Help Seniors
Pets can be a massive boon to the quality of life of your older loved ones, whether they live at home or in an assisted living facility.