Handling Heart Disease in the Heat With summer comes many outdoor activities and opportunities for fun. It also means the rising of body temperatures, which causes the heart to pump blood faster to keep a person cool. For people with heart disease, it’s more important during summer than any other season to take extra care … Read more
Telling a Loved One About Your Terminal Illness One of the most difficult things one could ever have to do is share their terminal diagnosis with a loved one. Learning that a loved one is dying is difficult for those of all ages.Here are a few simple “do’s” and “don’ts” in communicating this unfortunate reality. … Read more
Tips for Traveling with Alzheimer’s Patients Summer vacations are time-honored tradition for many families. When a family member has early-stage dementia, travel may still be possible. However, it is important to take precautions to make sure the trip doesn’t become overwhelming. Stick With the Routine When organizing travel for someone with Alzheimer’s, plan the … Read more
Four Summer Safety Tips for Seniors Summer is a time for outdoor fun! But, while the scorching sun and soaring temperatures can be potentially dangerous for anyone, seniors need to be extra cautious.These four summer health tips for seniors can be used to ensure that both you and the people you care for are staying … Read more
Arthritis and joint pain can make working out the last thing seniors want to do. However, water exercises can relieve arthritis and joint pain while increasing bone density and muscle mass. Staying active as a senior can be tough. Achy joints that don’t work as well as they used to make it hard to go … Read more
10 Summer Health Tips for Seniors While people of all ages face specific health risks, seniors have particular health risks that need to be understood and monitored, especially in the heat of the summer. Here are 10 summer health tips for seniors: Drink plenty of liquids. Drink eight or more 8-ounce glasses per day of … Read more
A loved one’s terminal diagnosis is one of the most difficult things a family will experience. In addition to the emotional toll it takes, the loved one in need often requires additional support and care. Families can sometimes delay in setting up much needed care because they are concerned about added costs. The question of who … Read more
Family Caregiver Tax Deductions As the tax deadline looms, many family caregivers may be looking for last minute tax deductions to help ease their situations. For the layperson, tax law can be a very complex. That’s why it’s always best to consult a tax attorney or accountant who understands how the tax laws affect a … Read more
There’s an App for That : End-of-Life Planning End-of-life planning is one of the most gracious yet grueling things a family member can do for a loved one. On one hand, end-of life planning can be a time for connecting with your loved one: discussing things previously left unsaid, sharing stories about life experiences, and helping to ensure … Read more
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