Health Conditions

hospital tips

Medical Conditions

18 Hospital Tips from Insiders Improve Seniors’ Care and Recovery

Must know tips when seniors are in the hospital Hospitals are confusing and stressful places. When your older adult is in...

diabetes complications

Medical Conditions

Watch Out for These 5 Top Diabetes Complications

Diabetes is linked to additional serious health conditions Over 25% of Americans age 65+ have diabetes. And complications of diabetes...

how to approach someone with dementia

Alzheimer's & Dementia

How to Approach Someone with Dementia: 6 Tips for a Positive Care Experience [Video]

A positive approach sets you up for dementia care success Something as simple as how you approach (walk up to...

Alzheimer's end of life

Alzheimer's & Dementia

This Alzheimer’s End of Life Conversation Kit Makes the Discussion Easier

End of life conversations are essential for people with dementia We all have a tendency to avoid conversations about death...

medications for seniors

14 Questions to Ask Doctors When Starting New Medications for Seniors

It pays to be careful when adding new medications for seniors Most older adults take multiple medications, so it’s important...

senior dental care

Medical Conditions

3 Ways to Improve Senior Dental Care to Reduce Heart Disease and Alzheimer’s Risk

Improving dental health improves overall health Caring for your older adult’s teeth isn’t always easy, especially for those with serious...

Alzheimer's medications

Alzheimer's & Dementia / Medications

Unproven Alzheimer’s Medications Could Be Harmful to Health

Beware of unproven Alzheimer’s medications Advertisements for Alzheimer’s medications or “miracle cures” are everywhere, especially on the Internet. These herbal...

backup medicine

How to Build Up an Extra Medicine Supply for Emergencies at No Cost

Missing medication doses is dangerous for seniors Most seniors take multiple medications to manage chronic health conditions. Missing doses could make...

palliative care

Medical Conditions

Could Palliative Care Improve Your Senior’s Quality of Life?

Palliative care could improve quality of life for seniors Palliative care (PAL-ee-uh-tiv) is medical care that’s focused on relieving pain,...

dementia feeding tube

Alzheimer's & Dementia

What You Need to Know About Feeding Tubes for Seniors with Dementia

Be able to make an informed decision about feeding tubes Most people in the late stage of Alzheimer’s or dementia...

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