Heart Health – Not Just Once a Year, and Not Just for the Elderly February is generally the month our hearts receive extra attention – both in love and health! Designated National Heart Awareness month, numerous events, like wearing red on February 4th, are held to raise awareness of serious [...]
The New Year is a time for reflection on the past year and planning for the next. Age doesn’t preclude an individual from dreaming about ways to better themselves during the upcoming 365 days. One of the top new year resolutions – across all demographics – is to exercise more [...]
Falls are one of the scariest accidents facing our elderly population. And with good reason. Injuries occur most often from falls. Each year, millions of older individuals—those aged 65 and older—fall. In fact, more than one out of four older people fall each year, but less than half tell their [...]
Management of medicine – both for short-term use and for chronic care – can be overwhelming and is one of the most stressful tasks for relatives providing home care. Everyone understands that giving medicine correctly is paramount for the best, and safest, care. In the United States, clinicians have access [...]
Each year we anticipate spring. Winter often is challenging both physically and emotionally. We are ready to move from the cold weather and enjoy the vibrancy of spring colors and the warmth of the sun. Spring gives us a new opportunity to be active and engage with others. Ensuring that [...]
Winter and Holiday Blues for Seniors Winter and holiday blues for seniors is a real concern and something to be dealt with. The winter season can negatively affect a person’s mood, especially the elderly. Colder weather keeps people indoors more and it gets darker earlier, limiting activity. Some seniors may [...]
Your Retina and Alzheimer's Disease The Alzheimer’s Association recently reported on the connection between your retina and Alzheimer's disease. New research from Cedars-Sinai Hospital finds that a scan of your retina can reveal early indicators of Alzheimer’s disease. This is important news as nearly 5 million Americans live with the [...]
Playing Games Benefits the Aging Brain You've heard before that playing games benefits the aging brain. New research shows that "even in one's 70s and beyond, simple activities including web-surfing, playing bridge and socializing can stave off mental decline." The study looked at five types of activities that are thought [...]
Vision Care for Seniors Vision care for seniors gets more and more important each passing year. Are any of these statements true for you? The guide on the television has gotten a little blurry. I’ve increased the text size on my phone to the max. Driving at night is out [...]
There are rising concerns over healthcare associated infections that can lead to sepsis and even death. These infections can be caused by devices used in healthcare and by bacteria that is resistant to antibiotics. However, there are things patients, families and caregivers can do to reduce the risks. Centers for [...]
Melissa Holder says:
Melissa Holder says:
Melissa Holder says: