Health Conditions

advocate for seniors

Medical Conditions

6 Ways to Advocate for Seniors and Provide Support During a Hospital Stay

Seniors need extra support during a hospital stay A stay in the hospital can be confusing, scary, and painful. When...

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...

dementia and depression

Alzheimer's & Dementia

When Depression and Dementia Collide

Many seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia are also dealing with depression. It can be tough to know if your older...

multiple health conditions

Medical Conditions

4 Expert Tips for Managing Multiple Chronic Health Conditions in Seniors

Most seniors manage more than 3 chronic health conditions Many seniors manage three or more chronic conditions and see multiple...

pain in dementia recognition and treatment

Alzheimer's & Dementia

Pain in Dementialand (aka What Kidney Stones Taught Me)

People with dementia who are in pain are often undertreated. They’re not able to communicate what’s wrong or where it...

over the counter painkillers

5 Tips for Choosing the Safest Over the Counter Painkillers for Seniors

Seniors need to know the safest pain reliever to take Older adults are often dealing with aches and pains caused...

caring for someone with dementia

Alzheimer's & Dementia

Caring for Someone with Dementia: 5 Ways to Prepare

Helpful resources make dementia care easier Caring for someone with dementia doesn’t come naturally and isn’t easy. There are unfamiliar...

Parkinson's disease

Medical Conditions

Caring for Someone with Parkinson’s Disease: Key Facts and Helpful Tips

Caring for someone with Parkinson’s disease means adapting to a new way of life, learning how to manage symptoms, and...

dementia activities

Activities for Older Adults / Alzheimer's & Dementia

4 Reasons Dementia Activities Are Important and 5 Ways to Adapt Everyday Tasks

Activities in dementia boost self-esteem When someone has Alzheimer’s or dementia, their cognitive function may be declining, but they still...

Medical Conditions

5 Questions to Ask the Doctor About Tests and Treatments for Seniors [Infographic]

Doctor’s visits for seniors can be stressful When you’re working with doctors to make sure your older adult is getting...

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
...
28