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As men and women grow older and mobility declines, falls can become more common, and more serious.  A decline in elderly mobility is a key factor, but not the only reason seniors fall. Cognitive decline, physical obstructions, slippery ground, and medical equipment...

As our loved one’s nurtured and guided us through life as a child. One day, we may find ourselves returning the favor. Whether it may be a parent, grandparent, or close friend suddenly receiving a debilitating diagnosis or terminal illness. We want to do everything we...

It’s no secret that aging has many obstacles. Whether its graying hair, mobility, memory loss, weight gain, vision loss, or decreased mental health to name a few. Going through some of these inevitable changes that naturally occur can be overwhelming and defeating....

Seniors who live with family members, friends, or have frequent visitors are at risk for contracting an illness. With compromised immune systems due to age or existing illness, it's important to protect seniors from sickness including cold, flu, pneumonia,...

Short term care for elderly seniors is a highly-utilized service that aims to pick up where normal caretakers may leave off. An as-needed service meant to give friends, family members and caretakers time off from the day-to-day rigors of keeping a loved safe and...

Ever meet someone who is 10-20 years younger than you thought they were? You must be thinking to yourself, "did they win the genetic lottery"? Maybe they relied on the latest and greatest anti-aging cream, serum or whatchamacallit? Chances are, it has something to do...

Young or old, having a daily routine can go a long way to keeping you on track for your exercise goals. It is very beneficial to have a few go-to workouts that you can really enjoy. When you dread your workout routine, it is unlikely you will follow it for very long....

Alzheimer's is a slow-moving disease that affects memory and cognitive function. A form of dementia, Alzheimer's is a particularly difficult to treat condition, rendering patients increasingly disabled over time. Although medical researchers are continuously working...

Does your loved one suddenly need help standing up? Is walking down the street, or up a flight of stairs, all the sudden unmanageable? These may be the first steps of immobility, a common disorder experienced by millions worldwide. That's why we wanted to discuss...

There is no one thing to expect when getting diagnosed with dementia. Unlike many other medical conditions, Dementia is not one specific disease, but can be caused by many different disorders affecting the brain. Living with dementia can mean living a life filled with...

Medical research is quickly advancing to where diseases once fatal are no more frightening than the common cold. HIV, Polio, and even the Ebola Virus are headed towards complete extinction, but what about Alzheimer's? Can Alzheimer's Disease be Cured? Cases of...