Recognizing Depression in the Elderly November 7, 2012 Recently we published an article about the steps you can take to help your loved one if they are diagnosed...
Helping the Elderly Through Depression November 2, 2012 Once your loved one has been diagnosed with depression what can you personally do to help them through this difficult...
New San Antonio Caregiver Ordinance October 12, 2012 This article and ordinance is a stark reminder why you have to be very careful who you hire privately to...
What to Do When Your Loved One Refuses Care October 11, 2012 Mom or dad needs some home care assistance in the form of a caregiver but refuses to get it. This...
Are Assisted Living Facilities the Right Answer? September 21, 2012 Assisted living facilities seem to be popping up all over the place. Just like the non-medical home care industry, not...
Safety Tips for Senior Drivers September 17, 2012 A Washington D.C. national transportation research group released a report examining driver safety and fatality rates of older motorists. The...
National Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month September 13, 2012 Atrial Fibrillation, what is it? Are you at risk? What are the symptoms? September is National Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month...
Emergency Preparation for Seniors Part 2: Make, Build and Learn August 27, 2012 Our previous blog addressed how seniors can register with a shelter in an emergency and the steps to take toRead...
Emergency Preparation for Seniors: Shelters August 24, 2012 Now is an excellent time to prepare for a hurricane with tropical storm Isaac bearing down on Florida and possiblyRead...
The Dangers of Medications to Seniors August 22, 2012 Medication errors are a common challenge for the elderly. It doesn’t matter whether its taking too much, too little, skipping...