Health Conditions

medications are not covered by medicare

Medications / Paying for Care

5 Options for Medications Not Covered by Medicare

Medicare doesn’t always cover all drugs Most older adults get prescription drug coverage through a Medicare Part D plan or...

Get the facts about mild cognitive impairment and how it relates to dementia

Alzheimer's & Dementia

Mild Cognitive Impairment: Not Dementia, But More Than Normal Forgetfulness

When symptoms aren’t quite dementia, but aren’t normal either When you notice that someone might have memory issues or there...

low sodium recipes

Medical Conditions

4 Great Sources of Tasty Low Sodium Recipes for Seniors

Reducing salt intake significantly improves health in seniors with high blood pressure or heart disease High blood pressure is a...

Helping people with Alzheimer’s or dementia use social media safely

Alzheimer's & Dementia

Supporting People with Dementia in Safe Social Media Use

Social media gives people more opportunities to connect and socialize, something that’s especially important for preventing senior isolation. But there...

Key questions that help you understand the doctor’s recommendations for tests and treatments for seniors

Medical Conditions

5 Questions to Ask Doctors About Tests and Treatments for Seniors

Seniors may not always benefit from tests and treatments When you’re working with doctors to help your older adult get...

dementia accusations

Alzheimer's & Dementia

Responding to 4 Common Dementia Accusations: Stealing, Poisoning, Being Held Prisoner

What to say when you’re being falsely accused People with Alzheimer’s or dementia commonly accuse those close to them of...

Prevent falls in seniors by watching for signs of mobility issues

Medical Conditions

Prevent Falls with 5 Warning Signs of Mobility Issues in Seniors

Mobility is essential for senior independence. But many people don’t find out about their older adult’s developing mobility problems until...

heat stroke in seniors

Medical Conditions

6 Things You Can Do to Prevent Heat Stroke in Seniors

Heat stroke in seniors is deadly In hot weather, heat stroke in seniors is a serious risk. Older bodies are...

How to stay safe while handling aggressive dementia behavior

Alzheimer's & Dementia

14 Ways of Dealing with Aggressive Behavior in Dementia

Use calming techniques to de-escalate aggressive dementia behavior Some people with Alzheimer’s or dementia may enter a combative stage of dementia....

Avoid negative drug reactions and overmedication in seniors

8 Tips to Avoid Harmful Drug Reactions and Overmedication in Seniors

Too much medication can be harmful On average, people over age 65 take over 14 prescription medications a year. That...

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