GERD and Aging: Reflux in the Elderly

On its own, acid reflux can be quite cumbersome, but it can develop into a more serious issue. Luckily, there are ways to manage and monitor this condition. In this post, we’ll take a look at acid reflux in seniors. Download Our FREE Guide to Heart Health What Is Acid Reflux/GERD? Acid reflux is when … Continued

Multiple Sclerosis Home Care: Tips for Living with MS

Multiple Sclerosis is inherently unpredictable — meaning that even with an expert medical team it can be nearly impossible to know how fast the disease will progress. This makes trying to get a straight answer for common questions about the severity of symptoms or the average lifespan for MS patients difficult. Because of this unpredictability, … Continued

What is Respite Care for Elderly Adults?

When you are a caregiver for someone who is sick or elderly, it is not simply a full-time job – it is your life 24/7. This is especially true if the person for whom you are a caregiver lives in your home. Being a caregiver is exhausting, and it is hugely important that a caregiver … Continued

What is an In-Home Caregiver?

When your aging loved ones begin struggling to complete normal daily tasks, you may find yourself worrying about their safety and well-being. You may even start to wonder if it’s still safe for them to be living alone. If your senior isn’t ready to consider moving in with a relative or relocating to an assisted … Continued

Types of Care for the Elderly

Older adults may require assistance in performing daily tasks. This can include everything from living communities and in-home care to transportation services and money management. In this post, we’ll review some options for elderly care. Download Your Guide to Welcoming a Caregiver What is Care for the Elderly? Senior care types include a variety of … Continued

List of Important Documents for Seniors and the Elderly

Being a caretaker for an elderly parent is a challenging job. It can be physically, emotionally, and mentally exhausting. Planning for aging parents’ end of life is no easy task, either. If you have gone through the passing of an elderly loved one, you know that the piles of paperwork are seemingly endless, and there … Continued

How to Stay Socially Active in Retirement

So many adults look forward to retirement, counting down years and making big plans. But then retirement comes and seniors tend to fall into one of two groups: those who are so busy that they don’t know how they ever got it all done while working, and those who suddenly have nothing to do and … Continued

Elderly Parent Keeps Falling: What to Do

Every year millions of seniors will experience a fall — and the consequences can be serious. An older person falling down can lead to injuries that seriously reduce their quality of life. According to the CDC, there are roughly 3 million emergency room visits for older adults who have fallen every year. Of those, 1 … Continued

Why Do My Elderly Parents Keep Cleaning?

When seniors are finally able to retire, they should be able to enjoy a slower pace of life. However, for some older adults the lack of routine or consistency can leave them feeling untethered. For some, these feelings of restlessness can translate to anxiety, depression, and the manifestation of obsessive habits like compulsive cleaning. If … Continued

The Stages of Palliative Care

When planning for the end of life, some patients may choose to pursue palliative care. Despite popular opinion, palliative care is not necessarily the stage before hospice. What stage of life is palliative care? In this post, we’ll review what you need to know about palliative care and its stages. Download Our FREE Guide to … Continued