On the subject of chronic illness, seniors are usually the experts, with up to 3 out of 4 older adults affected by multiple conditions that are ongoing, call for extensive treatment, and put limits on activities. With the never-ending barrage of bloodwork and other tests, physicians’ appointments and procedures, and medications, managing chronic illness often […]
continue readingEven though the ultimate goal is always to improve safety and health for the seniors they love, family caregivers, regrettably, often end up compromising their own health along the way. In fact, an astonishing 94% of those who provide care in the home, in a recently available study conducted by Ohio State University, documented musculoskeletal […]
continue readingOur facial expressions show so much to those around us, and when you are feeling an elevated quantity of stress, well-meaning friends and family members will surely detect it, possibly encouraging you to simply, “Cheer up, buttercup!” In reality, of course, it will require a whole lot more than a couple of words to turn […]
continue readingOn any given day, a doctor likely has somewhere around 20 patients to see – in addition to calls, paperwork, as well as other administrative duties. It leaves precious little time spent with each person, which explains why it’s imperative to take advantage of that time and ensure you clearly understand the results of each […]
continue readingThink about a typical day in the life of a senior loved one. Ideally it includes plenty of uplifting and enriching experiences: savoring breakfast, engaging in an enjoyable hobby or interest, visiting with a relative or family member, watching a popular TV show. However, there’s a distinction between positivity and purpose; and the importance of […]
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