The joys of a budget conscious summer
By Brenda Diaz
During the hot summer months, many seniors choose to stay at home and retreat by watching television and reading to avoid the...
Stay alert and be cautious to avoid scammers
By Brenda Diaz
Gladys received a telephone call from a telephone number she did not recognize. When she answered, she was asked if she was...
Palliative care improves quality of life
By Judith Boyko
More than 1.5 million people in our country die each year as a result of chronic illness. According to “America’s Care of...
The high cost of Alzheimer’s care at home
By Micha Shalev
More than 35 million people worldwide will eventually forget the names of their children, spouses and friends. And those forgotten will witness...
Choosing the rehabilitation facility that fits your needs
By Brenda Diaz
Surgery, whether expected or unexpected, is no walk in the park. It is painful, and in most circumstances, recuperation takes much longer...
Medication safety: How to avoid bad reactions
By Jeannette Sheehan
Medications can have so many rewarding benefits to our bodies. There are pills to relieve everything from head pain to stomach aches....
How to avoid caregiver burnout
By Judith Boyko
As Americans live longer and remain independent in their homes, responsibilities for caring for them fall on family members and friends. According...
Communicating end-of-life wishes with an advance directive
By Judith Boyko
Imagine this: You have a terminal condition. You are deteriorating and slip into a coma. Another scenario: You are in a major...
What is a rest home? Part 2
By Micha Shalev
One of life’s greatest challenges is deciding when a loved one is no longer capable of living independently. Often, a time of...
Difficult choices can lead to the best care
By Brenda Diaz
Making the decision to place a loved one in a community may be one of the hardest choices to face. However, it...
