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If your elderly loved one is coming home after having been in the hospital, in a rehabilitation facility, or a skilled nursing facility (SNF), it’s important to ensure that they have a safe...

When you think about caring for a loved one with diabetes, what do you have to consider every day? Of course, blood sugar levels, medication management, and diet top the list. But burn safety...

Weight changes are one of the most common health concerns older adults face, and they can affect everything from energy levels and mobility to heart health and quality of life. Whether you or your...

As your loved one ages, it can be a challenge to honor certain traditions. Older adults may not have the energy or physical ability any longer to host or attend a large family event. And if they do...

One of the most difficult things in life is seeing a loved one struggling to care for themselves safely and independently at home. This can be especially hard when it’s a parent or spouse who...

Has mom stopped wearing lipstick when she used to put it on every morning? Does dad no longer go to once-treasured Wednesday coffee get-togethers with friends? Family members often tell us that...

Dementia is a general term used to indicate that a person has developed difficulties with reasoning, judgment, and memory. Irreversible dementia is chronic and progressive. People who have...

Drug interactions are more common than you may realize and can lead to unwanted – or even dangerous – side effects. These may include: DizzinessConfusionExcess fatigueNausea/vomiting...

If you or an elderly loved one notice that your vision is becoming blurrier, colors seem faded, and driving at night has become more difficult, cataracts might be the culprit.More than 50% of...

So many of our clients deal with the pain and challenges of arthritis. Nationally, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that more than 54 million U.S. adults have been...