When it comes to parent, child relationship everything old is new
By Marianne Delorey
As a child, my parents always came to my aid when I was confronted with belittling educators. That support mattered the most...
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 stop a dementia sufferer from driving
By Micha Shalev
When an individual is diagnosed with dementia, one of the first concerns that families and caregivers face is whether or not that...
Communicating end-of-life wishes with an advance directive
By Judith Boyko
Imagine this: You have a terminal condition. You are deteriorating and slip into a coma. Another scenario: You are in a major...
Emergency preparation planning tips
By Kathy Savage
Being ready for emergencies requires basic planning and awareness of events that could lead to a loss of electricity, damage to your...
How to deal with agitation in the dementia sufferer
By Micha Shalev
Dementia is not an inevitable consequence of aging, but the risk of dementia increases sharply with advancing age. Its prevalence is expected...
Does my loved one have dementia, or not?
Dementia is the progressive deterioration in cognitive function — the ability to process thought (intelligence).
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...
How to visit with Alzheimer’s, dementia sufferers
By Micha Shalev
If you’re headed out to care for or spend some time with a friend or family member who’s is the middle stages...
The aging in place concept promotes quality of life for a frail elder
By Micha Shalev
The phrase “home is where the heart is” captures the sentiments of many older adults when it comes to making choices about...
