Holiday Visiting
The holidays are upon us now and with that comes ...
The Silver Tsunami
Our population is aging. By the year 2020, the number ...
Managing Your Medicine Cabinet Through Cold and Flu Season
It’s the beginning of cold and flu season and the ...
Participating in a Clinical Trial
A clinical trial is a research study to determine if ...
What is Agnosia? How can a caregiver help?
Agnosia is a condition where individuals have difficulty processing sensory ...
The Confusing World of Hearing Aids
In August 2017, new legislation was signed into law that ...
Preparing Seniors for a Natural Disaster
The news is full of stories of the ravages of ...
Does She Really Need a Diagnosis?
When interacting with families, I often hear this question: “Why should ...
Preventing Falls in Older Adults
Just yesterday, I watched my 2-year-old grandson toddling joyfully through ...
Is Your Primary Care Physician Your Head Coach?
I’m a sports fan and especially love to read about ...
Healthy Habits for your Brain
In mid-July, 2017, the Alzheimer’s Association hosted a week-long international ...
“I’m a person…not a diagnosis”
When I worked in an assisted living community many years ...
Great Care in a Community Starts with Communicating Personal Preferences
“How does your mom take her coffee?” This is how ...
What’s New in Northern Virginia?
In the search for a senior residential facility in the ...
Planning for Care: Beyond Legal and Financial Responsibilities
When planning for retirement, most people know that legal and ...
