Stay alert and be cautious to avoid scammers
By Brenda Diaz
Gladys received a telephone call from a telephone number she did not recognize. When she answered, she was asked if she was...
In the know: shingles can be devastating for older adults
By Dr. David Rideout, M.D.
Many people remember a common childhood illness from their past; chickenpox. Chickenpox is caused by the varicella-zoster virus and comes...
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...
Dementia complications
By Micha Shalev
Why do people who have dementia become agitated?
Agitation can be caused by many factors. A sudden change in surroundings or frustrating situations...
Top 10 ways for young and old to practice ageism
By Marianne Delorey©
Our entire society — everything from schools to nursing homes, is structured around age. It is hard to argue that ageism isn’t...
Why Alzheimer’s suffers, rummage, hide and lose things
By Micha Shalev
Alzheimer’s suffers my have a tendency to rummage through the belongings of others. They may also have a tendency to hide or...
Making visits count
‘What do I say or do when all my loved one does is beg to go home?’
By Micha Shalev
Here are some tips to try...
Elder health Q&A: Dementia
By Dr. Jenny Chiang
Q: What is dementia?
Dementia is a general term used to describe a brain disease that affects a person’s ability to think...
Difficult choices can lead to the best care
By Brenda Diaz
Making the decision to place a loved one in a community may be one of the hardest choices to face. However, it...
Practical guide for caregivers helps avoid medication errors
By Micha Shalev
During an episode of illness, older patients may receive care in multiple settings, putting them at risk for fragmented care and poorly-executed...
