Is Getting a Pet a Good Move for Your Senior?
As a family caregiver, you want to do everything that you can to help your parent live the highest quality of life possible as they age and place. Many studies have shown that owning a pet and taking care of that pet can offer tremendous benefits to elderly adults,...
What Are the Best Ways for You to Help Your Senior Quit Smoking?
Smoking brings with it a whole host of potentially horrible health consequences and yet it’s still difficult for most people to quit. If your elderly family member is ready to talk about quitting, these tips can help. Include Her Doctor When your...
Does My Chronically Ill Mom Need to Move Out?
Are you caring for an elderly relative with chronic conditions that make it impossible for them to care for themselves? If so, you join millions of family caregivers that are responsible for their loved one’s health and wellness. One of the most difficult things to...
Signs of Alcoholism in Elderly Adults
It may surprise many family caregivers to learn that alcohol abuse among elderly adults in the United States is a rapidly growing health issue. Even worse, the problems are often unrecognized by family members and undiagnosed by doctors. This leaves a very vulnerable...