Q: I am a 70 year old woman and my doctor recently diagnosed me with osteoporosis. I’ve been trying to exercise to strengthen my bones and prevent an injury.
You may recall reading these words to your children as you tucked them into bed at night. The book Love You Forever by Robert Munsch has been a huge seller
Florida in the summer can have sustained temperatures in the high 80s and 90s. Some of the leading causes for emergency room visits by seniors this time of year
More than 2 million Americans age 50 and older have advanced age related macular degeneration. The most common form of the disease is dry macular degeneration. It is chronic and
The NYC Elder Abuse Center (NYCEAC) defines elder abuse as a single or repeated act, or lack of appropriate actions, which causes harm, risk of harm, or distress to an individual 60
Q: I’ve been noticing that my mom is beginning to decline. It’s nothing major, but I think it is time she get some extra help. I’m just not sure how
Living in Florida, we tend to know the drill. Following the last couple of damage producing hurricanes, everyone knows to get supplies beforehand. For seniors or frail elderly, this is
Q: Recently there has been some conflict in my family. I’m the oldest of three children and my parents are in their early 80s, their health is slowly beginning to
The average senior takes between 8 and 15 medications, each with different rules and regulations. The responsibility of taking several medications may be difficult to bear, leading to frequent and
If you’re caring for a senior this summer and need some ideas for activities here you go! 1. Water Aerobics: Most community recreation centers have a pool that is open
By: Sherry Picker If you have a parent in the hospital or a rehabilitation facility you may encounter a few roadblocks when attempting to get access to their medical information
In honor of Mother’s day we have a guest blog post from our friend Judy Fox. Judy and her friend, Andrea have a website dedicated to their journey in caregiving for their mothers.
