Our last blog post explained common issues that stand in the way of older adults maintaining healthy nutritional habits. There’s another consideration that makes good
Two of the most well-intended but unhelpful phrases spoken during a health crisis for a friend or family member are: “If you need anything, just
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ALS (sometimes called Lou Gehrig’s disease) is a degenerating neurological illness that brings an overwhelming amount of physical challenges that can lead to clinical depression.
An ALS (also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease) diagnosis can cause both anxiety and questions for the person diagnosed and their family. What causes ALS?
A poor transition from the hospital to home is often the reason for unplanned, expensive, and often traumatic readmissions, many of which could have been
Recovering from heart surgery means experiencing a variety of transitional care needs, from dietary changes to incision care, managing pain, swelling minimization, and more. The
It’s a great feeling to hear that an older loved one is ready for discharge from the hospital after a surgical procedure. However, as they
If a person you love is battling cancer, they may be going through some troubling side effects from the treatment they are receiving, and you
Receiving a diagnosis of cancer is life-changing, and making sure you have a network of support is vital. You may feel uncertain about how to
If you’re in control of most of the care for elderly parents while your brothers and sisters distance themselves from helping, you are far from
When you’re working together to make sure the needs of your aging parents are fulfilled, even the closest of brothers and sisters can find themselves
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Many people living with Parkinson’s disease receive the majority of their care at home from friends and family, particularly in the beginning stages of the
One of the most challenging issues you are likely to face when caring for an ageing or ill loved one is resistance to additional help,