There are a lot of misconceptions about aging, with one of the main ones means we are tumbling toward inevitable death and will start to deteriorate in some unstoppable downward spiral of doom. This common belief could not be further from the truth! Aging can be the best part of our lives! Retirement means that [...]
Depression, or major depressive disorder, is a tricky beast. Although more attention has been given to it in recent years, there is still quite a stigma for people who suffer from depression or any mental illness. Unfortunately, as we age, the prevalence of depression proportionately rises. Many people, falsely, believe that depression is simply sadness [...]
Navigating the healthcare system can be confusing and frustrating. Knowing your options before you need to use them can help reduce the stress and anxiety that comes along with a hospital stay. If you, or your loved one, experience a hospital stay for an injury or illness, or due to deteriorating health related to chronic [...]
Falls are a common problem among seniors that has much more severe consequences than falls in younger people. A simple trip over a rug may lead to an elderly person laying in agony, alone, for hours before receiving help that results in a hip replacement. As age increases, as does risk for falling as well [...]
Many people tend to associate in-home care with elderly care, which isn’t incorrect, but doesn’t give the full picture. With advances in technology and modern medicine, seniors have been able to live much longer than ever before and maintain their independence longer as well. Additionally, many middle-aged people have debilitating diseases or handicaps that limit [...]
