Listening when a loved one is sad
July 15, 2024When we are sad, often the best medicine is to talk with someone. If you are the person listening, you... Read More →
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Choosing a complementary medical practitioner
July 8, 2024Is mom considering an herb-based remedy? If so, she joins 24% of American adults who report using herbal medicines, supplements,... Read More →
Negotiating skills
July 1, 2024Imagine your mom has fallen for the third time this year. To you, it’s obvious she needs more support, perhaps... Read More →
Is it hearing loss or dementia?
June 24, 2024Does the person you care for tend to forget things, such as appointments? Do they get easily confused? Are they... Read More →
“Tech support” scam
June 17, 2024The multilayered “phantom hacker” or “tech support” scam is by far the most lucrative scam to date—$542 million was transferred... Read More →
What is a hospitalist?
June 10, 2024If your loved one gets admitted into the hospital, they may be disappointed that their primary care doctor is not... Read More →
Sadness isn’t all bad
June 3, 2024Many aspects of aging involve sadness and loss: Loss of independence, a serious diagnosis, death of a partner, spouse, or... Read More →
When to use “urgent care”?
May 27, 2024Where do you go? Your relative has distressing symptoms. The primary care doctor’s office is closed, or they don’t have... Read More →
Ride hailing for older adults
May 20, 2024Transportation problems create unhealthy social isolation for many older adults. Rides from family and friends are the first thought, but... Read More →
What is “vascular dementia”?
May 13, 2024About 10% to 20% of cognitive impairments are a result of vascular dementia, also called “stroke dementia.” Vascular dementia arises... Read More →