"Those of us who are 70 plus, we'll take care of ourselves," Dan Patrick says. "But don't sacrifice the country"
Walking is fantastic exercise for your elderly loved one because she doesn't need any special equipment. It's also something that you can do together in order to stay healthy. As her family caregiver, it's a good idea to start out your new exercise plan properly.
Many families step up to give care, but the demands on them get little attention.
The ratio of potential family caregivers to the rising number of seniors has sharply dropped. Advocates are now working to ease the strain of the shrinking unpaid workforce that is a key source of care for elderly people.
When traveling with the elderly, a little preparation is all that is needed for you and your loved ones to vacation in comfort. Learn more.
A new study may explain why some elderly couples pass away only a short time apart
Scientists are pushing to extend our lifespans. But are we ready to fill all those added days?
One question that many adult children grapple with when they are considering elderly care for their aging parents is whether this type of care arrangement is actually appropriate for their senior love ones. They may know that their parent has some challenges or needs, but assume that having a caregiver is something that should be limited just to the very old or debilitated, or that younger seniors and those who are still relatively healthy and independent do not need this type of care.
Movie star Greta Garbo was famous for saying, “I want to be let alone,” but new research suggests that’s a rotten philosophy to follow if you want to live longer. A British study of 6,500 older adults finds that social isolation, even more than loneliness, may increase an older person’s risk of early death. The study was published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. The researchers at University College London knew from previous studies that both isolation …
Times of diminished opportunities provide fertile ground for politicians around the world to grow followings by appealing to ethnic identity.
Homecare in Northfield IL: It's your elderly loved one getting too old to drive? This may cause them to feel oppressed, lonely, or unable to do things.
If you suddenly find yourself caring for a disabled parent, you’re in good company. Currently, there are more than 60 million families taking care of an aging or disabled parent. Though the development of and circulation of useful technology has somewhat eased the physical and emotional stress often associated with taking care of an elderly
It’s time to design for richer lives, not just longer ones.
Is your elderly mom or dad getting surgery that requires them to stay in the hospital for a few days? As their family caregiver, you need to help them pack an overnight bag that will allow them to enjoy the items that make them comfortable and calm. While hospitals do provide the most basic items fo
Some conditions in older adults warrant treatment; some do not. The wise physician knows the difference.
You may be able to enjoy beer gardens with friends or bbqs with your family, but for those over 65, even normal everyday activities can be a strain when temperatures get this high.
A video I recently stumbled upon remains vivid in my mind. An elderly couple who had spent a lifetime devoted to one another was coping with the wife's Alzheimer's disease. At this point, the wife was in a nursing home. She was unhappy, aggressive and even combative with the staff. No one knew what to do with her.
Why can it be so difficult to talk to our elderly parents? And, what can we do about it, especially when personal — sometimes taboo — topics need to be ...
It's the age-old question: When and how do we have "the talk" about an aging family member's driving abilities, housing transitions, long-term care and even end-of-life instructions. Most in the...