Some topics are not easy to talk about. They might not be easy or very comfortable to discuss from your perspective (talking to someone else), or they might not be comfortable to hear. Elder care…

There are numerous techniques and tips that can help with family caregiving for an elderly loved one. If you are a family caregiver, you and home care providers can work together to ensure your loved…

Does your elderly loved one like to put salt on practically all of their food? If this is the case, it is important that they change this habit. Putting salt on food too often can…

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, better known as ALS, is a complex illness that can affect adults as young as 40 and can even occur later in life, in someone’s 60s and 70s. It’s a debilitating illness…

Since your father was in the hospital following a medical emergency, you may have spent a considerable amount of time trying to figure out what’s going to happen when he returns home. A lot of…

Physiotherapy helps your elderly family member to regain or to keep her strength, flexibility, and function. With May being National Physiotherapy Month, your elderly family member could benefit from working with a physical therapist on…

In general, if someone is not able to meet their nutrient needs, this can cause vitamin deficiencies and that can lead to health issues. As a family caregiver, it is a good idea to learn…

May 1 has long been known as being May Day, a day to celebrate that spring is officially here. Depending on what part of the country you live in, your May 1 can still be…

Is your elderly loved one inside pretty much all the time? If your elderly loved one doesn’t go outside much, they could be missing out on a lot. Research shows that going outside can help…