When individuals needing senior care cannot manage independent living, they may need assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, affordable housing, and short-term care. Based on their health,...
Category: Health & Care
When an elderly person fears they are losing mental acuity, they might try hiding dementia symptoms to avoid detection by loved ones. Memory loss is sometimes seen as a loss of what makes an...
As people age, they lose bone mass, which weakens the bones and makes them susceptible to breaks and fractures. Fortunately, seniors can slow bone loss and make their bones stronger their joints more...
Hospice is end-of-life care for terminally-ill patients expected to die within 6 months from a severe medical condition or after a life-threatening acute event. Hospice personnel who come to the...
As people age, their food needs change, which makes it important for them to choose healthy food, not just those that taste good. Even snacks for the elderly should be heart-healthy, as well as...
When elderly parents develop medical conditions, are subject to falls, and have trouble managing their activities of daily living (ADLs), they may need help finding housing, financial and legal...