The Live Assured Blog

It’s easy to mix up gerontology and geriatrics. At first glance, it might even sound like they’re the same thing....

Many older adults experience problems with balance. There are a myriad of causes of balance issues in elderly adults, some...

Dear Allegra: My dad suffered a stroke last year and is still undergoing rehabilitation to return to an independent lifestyle....

Lung Changes With Age Does age affect lung capacity? In most cases, yes, lung capacity decreases over time. So why...

Pneumonia inflames the air sacs in one or both lungs, which may fill with pus or fluid. This can cause...

Can You Die From Dementia? When you think of dementia, symptoms like memory loss and disorientation are probably what come...

Dear Allegra: I recently accepted my first job as a professional caregiver. I’ll be working with homebound seniors, primarily those...

For most older adults, there comes a time when it’s no longer safe to live alone. How do you know...

Dear Allegra: As the caregiver for a spouse with dementia, I find myself struggling with many issues. Lack of sleep,...

When is National Sleep Day? Every year, a committee at the World Sleep Society aims to raise awareness about sleep...