How to Help a Senior Up Safely After a Fall
When an elderly person falls, it can be a very dangerous situation. The CDC estimates that more than 1 in 4 people aged 65 or… Read More »How to Help a Senior Up Safely After a Fall
When an elderly person falls, it can be a very dangerous situation. The CDC estimates that more than 1 in 4 people aged 65 or… Read More »How to Help a Senior Up Safely After a Fall
The New Year promises a fresh start. Caregivers are apt to make resolutions on January 1 and hopefully follow through with them in the new… Read More »Positive New Year’s Resolutions for Caregivers
DuPage County seniors are surrounded with opportunities to socialize, stay physically active and feast on flavorful cuisines. Approximately 130,000 seniors call DuPage County home. As… Read More »Senior Friendly Activities in DuPage County
Flu season is once again upon us, and if you serve as a caretaker for an elderly loved one, you know how stressful this time… Read More »Superfoods That Help Fight Cold and Flu
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) occurs in the elderly at a lower rate (about 4.5 percent) than middle-age and younger people. Nevertheless, the disorder is undertreated… Read More »How to Take Care of Seniors with PTSD
Fraudsters target older adults to con them of their hard-earned savings. A widespread and fast-growing form of elder abuse, financial scams can leave seniors in… Read More »Financial Scams that Target Seniors
Electronic schedules that allow relatives to sign up for tasks, medication reminder apps, and GPS trackers are just a few of the myriad of ways… Read More »Technology that Helps Caregivers
Depression in the older population is not as common as it is in the younger generations. However, when the condition does occur, symptoms manifest in… Read More »How to Tell If Our Senior Loved Ones Suffer from Depression
Arthritis is a common condition that affects people of all ages. While many older people develop arthritis, it is not a disease of aging. Arthritis… Read More »Foods Seniors with Arthritis Should Include in Their Diet
While anxiety is a normal response to stressful events, such as meeting new people or speaking in public, severe anxiety is not a normal part… Read More »How to Help Reduce Anxiety for Senior Loved Ones