Over 5 million Americans are believed to have some form of Alzheimer’s disease, according to the Alzheimer’s Foundation. The disease gets progressively worse over time, and that often means a loved one is providing care….
Month: October 2018
5 Ways Elderly Care Can Prevent Falls
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), deaths caused by falls increased 30 percent between the years of 2007 and 2016. They say that based on these statistics, if the fall rate…
Enjoying a Healthy Meal with Your Senior on National Pasta Day
October 25th is National Pasta Day. Pasta is a tried-and-true family favorite, and a convenient option many families reach for as a part of dinner several times a month. Pasta is easy to prepare and…
Five Ways to Boost Your Senior’s Independence
One of the biggest goals for aging adults is to remain independent. It’s such an important goal that your elderly family member might avoid telling you she’s having trouble with specific tasks. Here are some…
Exercises to Help a Senior with Arthritis Stay Active
There are currently more than 54 million people throughout the United States who have received a doctor diagnosis of arthritis. Experts estimate that by the year 2040, there will be more than 70 million people…
Fearless Caregiver Conference in November
Seniors Helping Seniors Participating in the Fearless Caregiver Conference Jennifer Helin, Certified Dementia Practitioner, will host a table at the conference. She and members of our team will be available to answer questions and problem…