If your beloved parent is hard of hearing, you may be worried about how that will affect his or her quality of life. Here’s the good news. Hearing aids have come a long way. Not only are they better and smaller, but there’s also now a hearing...
Read More ›There are many elderly people who aren’t taking great care of their bodies. They might smoke, drink alcohol, eat unhealthy foods, and avoid exercise. Does this sound like your elderly loved one? If they are doing things that aren’t good for...
Read More ›This year National Influenza Vaccination Week is being celebrated from December 6th-12th. It is never too late to get a flu vaccination and it is recommended more now than ever to make sure you are vaccinated in order to prevent having the flu at...
Read More ›Older adults often find their appetite decreases with age. Digestion slows down leaving you feeling fuller for longer. Studies find that the side effects of some medications can slow down the production of saliva. Less effective taste buds can make...
Read More ›Aging brings about several changes. Your skin is less supple. Vision changes make it harder to read the fine print on labels and documents. Hormonal changes may have hair falling out or appearing in new places. There's one area that's harder to...
Read More ›As your family weighs the pros and cons of elder care for your parents, you have questions. You're not alone. Many people have questions and aren't sure where to turn for answers. Here are some of the most common questions people ask experts in-home...
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