Tai Chi Reduces Falls and Improves Brain Function
Tai Chi, am ancient Chinese practice, is a self-paced system of movement where you perform a series of postures in a slow, graceful manner. This...
Aging
Life Experience May Offset Cognitive Decline Due to Aging
Could life experience make up for some of the effects of age on the brain? According to researchers from the School of Business Administration...
‘Alzheimer’s’ and ‘Dementia’ Are Not Interchangeable
Dear Carol: Are the words Alzheimer’s and dementia interchangeable? I don’t think they are, but I can’t explain the difference to my mom. Dad’s...
Getting Over the Guilt of Placing a Loved One in a Home
If we could control events, most of us would never want our elders to be so sick that they need the care of a nursing...
Unearned Guilt Intrinsic to Most Caregiving
If ever there’s a group of people who suffer deeply from unearned guilt it’s caregivers. Whether you’re the parent of a vulnerable adult, an...
Needs of ‘Solo Agers’ a Growing Concern in Our Aging Population
A while back, “Elder Orphan” was the term used for older adults with little or no support system. While the evolution in language has...
Humor Provides Armor Against Caregivers’ Deepest Sorrows
During our visits to Mom, Beth and I made a point to talk to Mavis and include her when we could. We also gave...
Fewer Medications for Older Adults Can Prevent Falls, Improve Memory
Dear Carol: Countless articles, including yours, report that older adults are taking too many prescription drugs, some with potentially harmful side effects. Yet, it...
Some Risky Behavior Might Be Necessary for Your Elder’s Mental Health
Dear Carol: My dad, 72, has been adventurous all his life and that spirit doesn’t seem to be dampened by aging or even some health...
How to Get Rid of the Urine Smell When Incontinence Accidents Happen
Dear Carol: I feel like my home is becoming contaminated territory! My Dad is a sweetheart, but he’s got dementia and has developed incontinence....
