Health Conditions

Respond in kind ways when someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia repeats the same thing over and over

Alzheimer's & Dementia

4 Ways to Respond to Repetitive Questions in Dementia

People with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia may repeat the same thing over and over Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias cause...

Get 3 preparation and communication tips to improve senior doctor visits

Medical Conditions

Improve Seniors’ Doctor Visits with 3 Communication Tips

It’s essential to understand information from the doctor Having a good understanding of your older adult’s health conditions is especially...

6 ways to solve common elderly medication problems

6 Common Medication Problems in Seniors and 6 Ways to Solve Them

Medications have the potential to harm senior health For most older adults, taking medication is essential for managing serious health...

Get inexpensive DIY ideas for easy crafts for seniors with dementia

Activities for Older Adults / Alzheimer's & Dementia

10 Easy Crafts for Seniors with Dementia: Inexpensive DIY Ideas

Seniors with dementia need engagement and fun Even if someone has Alzheimer’s or another type of dementia, they still need...

diabetes complications

Medical Conditions

Watch Out for 5 Top Diabetes Complications

Diabetes is linked to additional serious health conditions More than 25% of Americans aged 65+ have diabetes – more than 1...

These 3 useful hip arthritis exercises relieve chronic pain

Activities for Older Adults / Medical Conditions

3 Hip Arthritis Exercises for Relieving Chronic Pain

Arthritis pain affects half of all seniors Living with arthritis aches and pains significantly decreases an older adult’s quality of...

Therapeutic fibbing is a kind way to step into the reality of someone with dementia

Alzheimer's & Dementia

Therapeutic Fibbing: Why Experts Recommend Lying to Someone with Dementia

Stepping into someone’s reality isn’t the same as lying Honesty isn’t always the best policy when it comes to someone with...

7 tips to help seniors save money on prescription drug costs

Medications / Paying for Care

7 Ways for Seniors to Reduce the Cost of Prescription Drugs

Seniors spend a lot on prescription drugs On average, people over age 65 take 14 – 18 prescription medications a...

Learn how to respond to false dementia accusations

Alzheimer's & Dementia

8 Ways to Deal with False Dementia Accusations

Seniors with dementia might make terrible accusations “You stole my wallet and all my money!” “You’re keeping me prisoner in...

5 tips to help caregivers choose safer OTC cough and cold medicines for seniors

5 Tips for Choosing Safe Cold Medicine for Seniors

If your older adult gets a cold or flu, your first instinct is to relieve their symptoms. But choosing over-the-counter...

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