Alzheimer’s Disease

Coping With Alzheimer’s Disease Mood Swings

People with Alzheimer’s Disease may experience mood swings that can range from minor changes in behavior and personality to more severe changes that include agitation and aggression. Coping with these mood disorders is a double-edged sword because it affects both those afflicted with the symptoms as well as their caregivers.… Read More

Protecting Seniors from Scams

Financial exploitation of seniors is a serious problem.  It’s hard to pinpoint exactly how much money senior citizens are scammed out of each year, but various studies estimate the financial losses at between 3 billion to 37 billion annually.  The reason why it’s difficult to calculate losses accurately… Read More

When It’s Time To Consider Home Care

When elder loved ones reach a point in life when they want to live independently but can no longer adequately care for themselves, what typically happens is someone in the family steps up and provides the necessary help.  It’s a common situation.  It’s estimated that over 40 million… Read More

Eating Well For Older Adults

Eating balanced, nutritional meals is a key to good health at any age.  For seniors, eating well is especially important.  A proper diet of the right foods helps seniors boost their energy, manage their weight and it can even control or prevent diseases such as high blood pressure,… Read More

Winter Safety Tips for Seniors

It’s that time of year again.  Winter has arrived and weather advisories about snow, ice and chilling temperatures are everyday news for most parts of the nation.  Unless you reside in the warmer climates or are one of the fortunate “Snow Birds” that migrate there for the winter… Read More

Communicating Better with Seniors

As someone who has spent the better part of my adult life in the senior care professions, I’ve learned firsthand that effectively communicating with older adults is not a simple task.  It’s difficult because issues with aging can cause communication disconnects between seniors and their caregivers.  When this… Read More

Music and Alzheimer’s Disease

I’m like most people when it comes to music.  I love it.  I listen to music driving in my car, working in the office and while I’m relaxing at home.  It’s the “chill pill” I take that helps me better cope with the stress and anxiety that… Read More