If you have a loved one with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, you have already seen how a diagnosis can flip life as you know it upside down. It’s a long road and a lot of work to make sure loved ones with dementia are happy and well cared for. It is imperative to take steps to legally protect your loved…
Dementia is a prevalent disease in our society, our country, and throughout the world. Even though millions of Americans are living with dementia, families are often in the dark. They don’t understand the impact on their loved ones, and they don’t know what’s coming as the disease progresses. Why? Well, there are many reasons, but most people just don’t want…
When a loved one is diagnosed with dementia, it is important that they receive the appropriate care at every stage of the disease. In the early stages of dementia, individuals are often capable of living independently with minimal supervision. As the disease progresses, they may require the assistance of family or an aide, or enrollment in adult day care while…
Who needs to think about long-term care? That’s something for down the road. Or maybe you’re healthy, you have your wits about you, and you just don’t think that is something you will ever need. Well, believe it or not, 70% of people over the age of 65 will need long-term care at some point while aging. Unfortunately, health insurance…
Lisa walked out of nursing home and shook her head. “I really wish we had the ability to care for Mom at home,” she said. “She really doesn’t need to be in a nursing home. She doesn’t need that level of care. All she really needs is someone to check in on her regularly to make sure she’s safe and…
We all age, right? It’s a natural part of our life cycle. But unfortunately, we often fail to take advantage of the lifelong opportunities we are given to maximize our health and age gracefully, ensuring we remain healthy and active as we get into our later years. Dr. Nancy Rolnik, who has special expertise in sports, lifestyle, and regenerative medicine,…
Mary shook her head sadly. “I’m telling you, Sue, I have tried everything to get my mom out of the house. Since her friend Betty died, she just sits at home and knits. She and Betty went everywhere together. They were always on a new adventure. Betty’s death was sudden and I expected it would take my mom some time…
Exposure to natural light–or direct sunlight–has long been believed to have significant health benefits. For example, researchers have established that regular exposure to natural light: Produces vitamin D in the body. Vitamin D promotes bone growth and aids in the absorption of calcium. It also prevents some types of cancer, heart disease, depression, and weight gain. In addition, Vitamin D…
Mary set her phone down on the table and frowned. Her husband, Herb, studied her. “What’s wrong?” “I don’t think we can bring Mom home for Christmas. The nursing home said if we remove her from the premises, we have to pay a fee to hold her bed. Otherwise, they can give the bed away to someone else.” “What? That…