Ten common mistakes people make when selecting a long term care facility for a...
By Micha Shalev, MHA CDP CDCM
Part one of two. Part two will be in the November issue of the Fifty Plus Advocate.
When families and...
Helping people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in case of emergency
People with dementia are especially vulnerable to chaos and emotional trauma. They have a limited ability to understand what is happening, and they may forget what they have been told about a particular disaster. First responders, neighbors and family members assisting with an evacuation should be alert to potential reactions of someone with dementia in disaster situations.
Sundown syndrome affects majority of adults with dementia
By Sharon Oliver, Contributing Writer
REGION - Before people became familiar with Alzheimer's or dementia due to a loved one being stricken with either disease,...
Choosing the rehabilitation facility that fits your needs
By Brenda Diaz
Surgery, whether expected or unexpected, is no walk in the park. It is painful, and in most circumstances, recuperation takes much longer...
Does my loved one have dementia, or not?
Dementia is the progressive deterioration in cognitive function — the ability to process thought (intelligence).
Tips for caregivers and seniors on safety issues in the home
By Angela Rocheleau
One of the biggest challenges of aging at home independently is the threat of slips and falls in the home. There are...
Sleep loss puts family caregivers at risk for health problems of their own
By R. R. Fletcher, Contributing Writer
REGION - Nicknamed the "sandwich generation," many older adults over 50 care for both aging parents and children. Caregivers...
Common myths of aging: Happiness and good memory, possible
By Micha Shalev
Society holds several myths about the elderly. Many of these myths may be easily disputed based on data from the U.S. Census...
How to prevent falls in the elderly during winter months
By Michael Miskis
It’s important to think about safety and fall prevention before the snow falls and icy conditions form around your home. As one...
Taking care of yourself critical for caregiver
Caregiving is such a small and innocent word for such a large and often stressful job.