Health Conditions

When seniors lose interest in life, it’s a sign of anhedonia, which is a common symptom of depression

Medical Conditions

Seniors Losing Interest in Life: 7 Ways to Help With Anhedonia

Sometimes, older adults begin to withdraw from favorite activities and seem to lose interest in life. This could be anhedonia,...

5 techniques that help reduce the fear that causes shadowing in Alzheimer’s or dementia and help you cope with the behavior

Alzheimer's & Dementia

Alzheimer’s and Fear of Being Alone: 5 Ways for Caregivers to Cope

Alzheimer’s and fear of being alone Many caregivers find it challenging to cope when their older adult has Alzheimer’s and...

senior medication safety

Medications

Senior Medication Safety: 9 Important Questions to Ask the Pharmacist

Because seniors often take multiple medications, they’re at higher risk of drug interactions and negative side effects. Pharmacists are medication...

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Alzheimer's & Dementia / Medical Conditions

7 Treatable Diseases That Mimic Alzheimer’s

Don’t assume unusual behavior is caused by Alzheimer’s If your older adult’s behavior changes, it’s normal to be worried. And...

Use these 7 tips to encourage someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia to shower or bathe

Alzheimer's & Dementia / Practical Tips

8 Tips to Get Someone with Dementia to Shower

By Connie Chow, Founder at DailyCaring Avoid battles over bathtime Bathing is a constant struggle for many caregivers of seniors...

hearing loss in seniors

Common Aging Conditions / Medical Conditions

10 Top Signs of Hearing Loss in Seniors

Hearing loss is common in seniors Hearing loss can’t be seen, so it’s usually noticed as a change in behavior....

The flu shot is especially important for adults 65 years and older, who account for most hospitalizations and deaths from flu

Medical Conditions

Flu Shot for Seniors: 5 Reasons Why It’s So Important

Date published: 2024-09-18 The 2024-2025 flu season is here Getting an annual flu vaccine reduces the severity and spread of...

dementia delusions

Alzheimer's & Dementia

How to Respond to Dementia Delusions: Abuse, You’re a Stranger, Someone’s After Me, Bugs Everywhere

False accusations can be tough to handle People with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia might accuse those closest to them of...

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Hospice Care / Medical Conditions

9 Top Questions About Palliative Care vs. Hospice Care

Could palliative care or hospice care help your older adult? These two services are often confused, so it’s important to...

after a fall

Medical Conditions

8 Things to Have the Doctor Check After an Aging Person Falls

Falls are a serious matter for older adults. Even if there are no injuries, it’s a warning sign of underlying...

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