Losing a spouse can have a profound and lasting impact on a person, regardless of age. For seniors, the stress of such a loss can
Millions of people deal with arthritis, but that doesn’t mean it’s an easy condition to face. Arthritis causes joint pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. It
Respite care is something that lots of family caregivers aren’t aware of. Still others have heard of it, but think it’s something that isn’t for
The sun is shining, the temps are warm and it’s a perfect day to head outside for a picnic. July is National Picnic Month, providing
Maintaining a healthy diet becomes more and more important as seniors deal with the problems posed by Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s disease can impact their ability
It’s hard not to feel like you’re not doing enough to support your aging mom when you live far away from her. But the truth
Our bodies frequently become more susceptible to disease and injury as we age, necessitating medical care that may include hospital stays. The road to recovery
Our bodies change as we age—including our eyes—with glaucoma being one of the most prevalent age-related eye disorders. Glaucoma, which is a collection of eye
Caring for senior parents means that sometimes you have to have serious discussions they may not want to have. Like when it’s time for them
When your mother needed help, you weren’t going to turn your back on her. No way. That is the type of person you are. Maybe
