How to visit with Alzheimer’s, dementia sufferers
By Micha Shalev
If you’re headed out to care for or spend some time with a friend or family member who’s is the middle stages...
The unforgettable story about someone who forgot
By Marianne Delorey
Many years ago, I was helping to take care of a group of elders who had suffered some memory loss. I came...
Being organized can make life easier
By Marianne Delorey
Because life is short, even a task like organization should have priorities, and this is the time to take simple steps that...
You have a choice when it comes to post-surgical care.
By Judith Boyko
Imagine this: you’re getting ready for surgery. Your hospital bag is packed. Your family is prepared to take over your daily tasks...
Who will take care of our frail elders?
By Judith Boyko
Every day, 10,000 baby boomers turn 65. That’s one day closer to retirement and one day further along in the aging process....
Healthy eating for older Americans
By Colleen Daly
Studies confirm eating well and being active can make a difference in the quality of life for older adults. The key is...
Is this what you want to be said about you?
By Marianne Delorey
Our loving, but very private mother, Mary Tarrier, died last week, leaving behind a terrible mess for her friends and family to...
What is Alzheimer’s Disease, and what causes it?
By Micha Shalev
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurologic disease of the brain. It leads to the irreversible loss of neurons and the loss of...
Should children be forced to visit mom and dad?
By Marianne Delorey
China has enacted a law to help contend with the demands of caring for an aging population. Children are now required by...
7 ways to feed your brain: From A to Zinc
By Judith Boyko
There are myriad reasons to eat healthfully. Some of those reasons include living longer and stronger, maintaining good energy levels and thinking...
