How the Site of Injury Impacts the Signs of a Traumatic Brain Injury
October 11, 2023
There’s no other organ in the body more intricate and vital than the brain. It calls all the shots in every part of our body. It runs in the background,
There’s no other organ in the body more intricate and vital than the brain. It calls all the shots in every part of our body. It runs in the background,
As the heat of summer fades away, so might our awareness of how important it is for us and especially our elderly family members to stay hydrated. Dehydration can be
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 nutrition crucial: the link between
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 call me,” or “What can
For many of us, there’s nothing better than a good meal – the wonderful smells, delectable tastes, and warm feeling of a full belly. That’s not the case for many
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. For people providing ALS care
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? What are the ALS symptoms
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 prevented. Quality in-home healthcare can
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 last thing an older adult
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 hand you that mountain of
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 will want to do what
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 best assist someone you love
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 alone. In fact, half of
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 in disagreement. Stress and emotions
Unwanted isolation and loneliness or lack of connection can be byproducts of a long winter for anyone. Seniors and the handicapped are especially vulnerable. It’s difficult for them to be