Talking about brain health
November 18, 2019Are you concerned a loved one may have dementia? If so, be careful how you bring it up. It’s a... Read More →
Are you concerned a loved one may have dementia? If so, be careful how you bring it up. It’s a... Read More →
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) thickens airways, making it harder to breathe in and get enough oxygen. Damage to the... Read More →
November is COPD Awareness month. COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) is a lung condition that gets steadily worse over time.... Read More →
A stroke usually results in damage to the brain. Some of the effects will be permanent. Others, temporary. Through exercises... Read More →
Trusting the body’s ability to heal itself and get stronger: This is the basis of physical therapy. Physical therapists use... Read More →
While there is no denying the hardships of Alzheimer’s and other dementias, a growing number of families are exploring innovative... Read More →
For many older adults, use of a walker carries great stigma. It’s a symbol of disability and often of isolation.... Read More →
ReentryIf caring for your loved one was the main focus of your day, after his or her passing, expect a... Read More →
Are you happy with your relative’s Medicare plan? If not, fall is the annual “Open Enrollment” period. This is when... Read More →
A surprising number of conditions, from simple to serious, can cause an older adult to fall. If you observed the... Read More →