Driving and Memory Loss: Tips to Help Elders Give Up Driving
For many of us, a car is a sign of independence. But this emotional connection to our automobiles is part of what makes convincing a...
For many of us, a car is a sign of independence. But this emotional connection to our automobiles is part of what makes convincing a...
…According to the article, the scientists “compared the cognitive health of tai chi practitioners to that of members of a group that received no...
Could life experience make up for some of the effects of age on the brain? According to researchers from the School of Business Administration...
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...
During our visits to Mom, Beth and I made a point to talk to Mavis and include her when we could. We also gave...
Many elders do well in their homes. They graciously accept the help they need, have cleaning people come in, and are even able to...
When it comes to caring for the elderly, hygiene issues are surprisingly common. Determining why their bathing habits have changed is the best way...
Dear Carol: My grandma has a sweater that she wants to wear every day. She has dementia so it does no good to explain...
Geriatric care management is a rapidly growing field in the elder care industry. As most caregivers know, researching and coordinating all the care options...
Maybe your controlling elderly mother demands that you keep her company around the clock, but she certainly won’t watch any of the television shows...