A nursing home is a place for someone who needs care around the clock, but isn’t so sick that they have to be in a hospital. Many who live in nursing homes are seniors, but these facilities are intended for anyone who suffers a severe or debilitating illness and is...
Many who care for their elderly parents at home face a transition from when their loved one can walk to when they can’t do so anymore. There can be many causes for this. For example, a person is unstable and falls, they’re generally weak, or their hips or knees are...
Parkinson’s disease is a slow progressing movement disorder that usually shows itself between the ages of 50 and 60. The disease approaches with stealth and symptoms often go unnoticed by family, friends, and even the person affected. Some people first notice...
Many caregivers ask if their loved one with Dementia can travel, for instance on vacation, to a family celebration, or to relocate to be closer to the family. To determine if you can travel with your loved one on your own, consider the following points. If the person...
Going to the doctor can be both scary and a relief, but some diagnoses are definitely more frightening than others. No one wants to hear the words, “Unfortunately, we found cancer.” Remember, the sooner it’s discovered, the better! While cancer still takes lives,...
