We are in the midst of constant news updates regarding the corona virus, its health effects, and status on a global scale. The following information was issued from the Center for Disease Control. Updates will be forthcoming: Make...

When to consider home help? How to decide if now, or the very near future, is the proper time for additional home care assistance?  Certainly, the decision making process can be quite difficult if under stress, or due to an...

High cholesterol levels put seniors at greater risk of heart disease and stroke. According to the American Heart Association, it’s important for seniors to take steps to keep their cholesterol levels under control. Elderly parents, and their...

During winter months, many seniors become listless, bored and stagnant. They don't like the cold and snow, so they stay indoors. Becoming housebound can create a unique set of health and safety problems for elderly living alone.  Often, professional...

In the United States, approximately 40% of seniors (those over the age of 65 years) experience age-related memory impairment. Keep in mind, memory functions and mental health are closely connected. Helping older adults stay sharp can also improve...

Think about Home Care Services With winter upon us, it is difficult for many family members to assist elderly relatives. In some cases, it is a simple fact that distance makes it impossible to attend to elderly parents. But even...

We have entered the “winter season”. Gone are the holidays, decorations, and family visits. Now we have cold, frost, shorter daylight hours, and possibly snow. For many seniors, winter means weeks and months of cold weather, black ice,...

Social Security recipients will get a 1.6 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in their monthly benefits starting in January, 2020. The average individual retired Social Security beneficiary is expected to see a monthly benefit jump from $1,479 to $1,503,...

When considering who provides social support for elderly parents or individuals, our first thoughts are to turn to family members. It is true that most support does come from extended relatives or family members. However, there are many...

As submitted by guest blogger, Katybeth Dee, from SelfExam.org...Part Two: Getting Smarter About Communication A smartphone has many pros and cons, and senior health and well-being fall on both sides. While tech addiction is...