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Are all your older adult’s medications still needed? Find out about the benefits of deprescribing for older patients.

Deprescribing: How to Take Less Medication for Healthier Aging

If your older adult is taking 5 or more medications, are you sure all of them are still needed? Dr....

4 challenges of siblings caring for elderly parents and 5 tips for navigating these complex situations

Managing Family Dynamics

5 Tips for Siblings Caring for Aging Parents

Many siblings find it challenging to navigate caring for elderly parents. All Home Care Matters explores 4 challenges of siblings...

Get ideas for heartwarming winter activities for seniors

Activities for Older Adults

5 Winter Activities for Seniors That Warm the Heart

Finding senior-friendly activities is especially challenging when the weather has been cold and harsh for months. We love these winter...

Get tips for talking with aging parents who won’t listen

Managing Family Dynamics

How to Communicate With an Aging Parent Who Won’t Listen

Talking with an older adult about sensitive subjects like aging and necessary lifestyle changes can be tricky. To make those...

5 top things family caregivers should know to get better medical care for seniors with dementia

Alzheimer's & Dementia

5 Things to Know for Better Healthcare in Dementia

When someone has dementia, their existing health conditions and overall health shouldn’t be overlooked by doctors with tunnel vision. Dr....

depression in seniors

Medical Conditions

10 Ways to Help Seniors Deal with Isolation and Depression

Many older adults go through major life changes that could make them more vulnerable to depression. But it’s heartbreaking to...

Get 5 dementia care strategies that make daily life easier

Alzheimer's & Dementia

5 Helpful Dementia Care Strategies

As any dementia caregiver knows, caring for someone with Alzheimer’s or dementia is a challenging and unpredictable role. Marzena Proszowska-Lambert,...

Help seniors with dementia stay calm with a soothing environment

Alzheimer's & Dementia

Reduce Dementia Agitation with a Calm Environment: 5 Helpful Tips

Seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia are often highly sensitive to their environment. Creating a soothing place to live helps minimize...

Find out why bed sores are so deadly, what causes them, and how to detect them before serious damage is done

Medical Conditions

Bed Sores: Causes, Stages, Early Detection

Seniors with limited mobility are at serious risk for bed sores (pressure sores). Spending a significant amount of time sitting...

To hire in-home caregivers for the elderly, thorough and effective interviews are essential

How to Interview and Hire a Caregiver for Seniors

When it comes to hiring a caregiver for your older adult, conducting a thorough and effective interview is essential. Janelle...

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