When winter comes, the gastrointestinal infection called “norovirus” threatens the health of our senior loved ones. Most media mentions of norovirus in seniors involve rapidly spreading outbreaks on cruise ships. But these accounts obscure the fact that norovirus is a danger for seniors in other settings too ..read more

Traveling with parents as they age can be a challenging yet rewarding experience. But it’s important for adult children and caregivers to approach traveling with patience, understanding, and good humor.  Whether it’s a trip to the grocery store or a longer road trip, we offer the following tips for travel with parents ..read more

Dental health is important for people of all ages, but seniors and their caregivers sometimes have extra challenges when it comes to caring for teeth and gums.  What are some of the challenges specific to seniors when it comes to dental wellness? And how can caregivers help ensure that their loved ones maintain a manageable routine ..read more

Touch is so important for making connections with our loved ones.  Have you asked your aging loved one if they would like a hand or foot rub?  Or considered booking a professional geriatric massage?  If you’ve ever had a good massage, you know how good it can feel to have a professional feel their way around your knots and tension spots. There is growing evidence that massage for seniors has many benefits, physical, mental, and emotional ..read more

When our hearts are doing their jobs well, they are pumping blood throughout our bodies, getting oxygen to all our limbs. As we get older, it can become harder for the heart to push the blood back uphill to the heart.  As a result, poor circulation, especially in legs, is a problem that causes discomfort and pain for many seniors ..read more

If you are noticing a lack of appetite in your elderly relative, you are not alone. Many caregivers express concern about their loved ones’ nutrition.  ..read more

Are you dreading bathtime with your older loved one? Reluctance to receive personal care is common among older people, especially those with Alzheimer’s and dementia. There’s no silver bullet solution to making bathing easier ..read more

Have you laughed with your older loved one today? Embracing the lighter side of life, even when we are experiencing struggle, is good for our mental and physical health ..read more

Every single older person is different, and each has different care needs.  Even though nursing homes, assisted living, and skilled nursing facilities are providing excellent care for some older people, they aren’t the right place for everyone ..read more

Osteoporosis is reaching epidemic proportions, with more than 200 million people worldwide suffering from this chronic metabolic bone disease.  Osteoporosis is dangerous for older individuals because of the significant danger of fractures, which can cause lasting disability ..read more