Types of Incontinence, Causes, and Management Explained
Incontinence is common in older adults and people with certain disabilities. Sadly, embarrassment over being an adult who cannot completely control urinary or bowel...
Incontinence is common in older adults and people with certain disabilities. Sadly, embarrassment over being an adult who cannot completely control urinary or bowel...
Care Partner Responsibilities: A Deep DiveThe responsibilities of a care partner extend beyond basic patient care. They play a crucial role in the healthcare...
Dear Carol: I’ve read your articles about drugs that are bad for older brains. My dad takes a long list of drugs for heart...
Caregiving. What does it mean to you? While often rewarding and frequently exhausting, it’s one of many life events that can only be understood...
Caregiving can creep into your life or crash down with a bang, but either way, if we aren’t thinking ahead, we can find that...
Despite increasing awareness of and sensitivity to ageism in our society, age-related stereotypes about stubborn, grumpy seniors persist. Chronic health conditions, changes in functioning...
For many families, spring is a time to shake off the winter blues, deep clean their homes and focus on getting organized. De-cluttering your...
Dear Carol: It’s been nearly a year since my mom was diagnosed by a neurologist with early-stage Alzheimer’s. This doctor has left, but since...
My nature is generally upbeat. I try to be grateful for my many blessings and not dwell on the negative. However, as a family...
Dementia can cause people to say and do some pretty odd things. Family caregivers may be caught off guard at first, but as they...