Feb
07
2017
Although glaucoma primarily affects the middle-aged and elderly, it can impact people of all ages. The loss of vision is caused by damage to the optic nerve, which is responsible for carrying images from the eye to the brain.
As...
Jan
30
2017
There are more than three million people in the United States with glaucoma. The eye disease, the number two cause for blindness in this country, is known as "the sneak thief of sight," as there are virtually no symptoms....
Jan
25
2017
Are you still continuing with your new year's resolutions? According to an article in the Journal of Psychology, about 50 percent of Americans make resolutions at this time of year in areas of health (lose weight, exercise more, stop...
Jan
02
2017
Have you noticed your elderly parents needing household assistance?
During this holiday season, be observant when visiting elderly family. If you notice a problem in one area, for example: stale food in the refrigerator...this might also be indicative of other...
Dec
12
2016
Re-post from Social Security newsletter...
Monthly Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits will see a slight increase in 2017.
Some other adjustments that take effect in January of each year are based on the increase in average wages. Based...
Dec
06
2016
As we grow older, normal aging causes elders to experience decline in cognitive functions. Leading a healthy lifestyle that’s both socially and intellectually stimulating combats normal, age-related mental decline.
Here are some additional tips to help keep the mind sharp...
Dec
02
2016
As we age, our brain literally shrinks. Over time, we may lose more than 10% of its size. But the brain is similar to muscle, in that muscles shrink and lose strength without exercise. Similarly, the brain can be...
Nov
14
2016
In honor of Veterans Day, I am re-posting a memo from the Social Security Administration...
Every Veterans Day, the nation honors the brave men and women who risk their lives to protect our country and the freedoms we cherish. Social...
Nov
08
2016
Good personal hygiene is one of best ways to keep an older adult healthy.
If you expect to assist elderly parents in various aspects of personal hygiene, start with preparation. Have gloves at the ready, and wash your hands before...
Oct
31
2016
Good personal hygiene is important. When providing assistance to an elderly parent or a senior, it has multiple benefits.
- Good hygiene assists with healthy skin and can help prevent infections
- Good hygiene, and clean clothes, makes an older adult...