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Sep

2017

8 Fun Activities for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Patients

Posted On September 11, 2017 By Kathy And has No Comment

By Meredith Kimple When an older loved one is diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, we must prepare ourselves for a thousand changes. Among the many difficult adjustments we make to preserve a sense of normalcy, perhaps one of the most challenging is finding engaging activities […]

Aug

2017

Minimize Your Senior Loved One’s Risk of Falling

Posted On August 28, 2017 By Kathy And has No Comment

By Meredith Kimple We have all fallen at one time or another. Whether we trip on the edge of a rug or an uneven walkway, slip on a wet floor or a patch of black ice, a fall always ends in a combination of shock, pain, […]

Aug

2017

Anxiety Disorders: What to Look For and How to Help

Posted On August 21, 2017 By Kathy And has No Comment

By Meredith Kimple In a previous blog post, we discussed the importance of monitoring and supporting our older loved ones’ emotional health. Depression is more prevalent in the elderly population than we might think, and yet, it is frequently overshadowed and unconsciously dismissed in the face […]

Jun

2017

Do You Know the Signs of UTI in the Older Adult?

Posted On June 19, 2017 By Kathy And has No Comment

By Meredith Kimple Often when we consider the health issues that plague the elderly population, we tend to think of those that are strongly associated with advanced age, like dementia or heart disease. However, there are certain problems that, because of their seeming prevalence across all […]

May

2017

Healthy Gut, Healthy Mind: The Benefits of Probiotics for Seniors

Posted On May 29, 2017 By Kathy And has No Comment

By Meredith Kimple “Trust your gut.” How often have we heard that phrase? Such advice implies that the gut is the source of our deepest instincts, of an innate, pure knowledge; it subscribes to the belief that our “gut feelings” are uninhibited by the restrictions of […]

May

2017

Can Computer Use Protect Against Cognitive Decline?

Posted On May 22, 2017 By Kathy And has No Comment

By Meredith Kimple As technology evolves at a break-neck speed, we often hear cautionary reminders that we are becoming too reliant on our cellphones, tablets, and computers. While there is nothing wrong with encouraging us to detach from these objects, such warnings ultimately sell the truly […]

May

2017

Alzheimer’s Disease and Wandering: Signs, Tips, and New Research

Posted On May 8, 2017 By Kathy And has No Comment

By Meredith Kimple When a senior loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, we are suddenly barraged with a variety of new questions and concerns. How will they carry out their daily tasks as the disease progresses? How rapidly and to what extent will their comprehension […]

May

2017

Obesity, Physical Activity and Dementia

Posted On May 1, 2017 By Kathy And has No Comment

Obesity is on the rise in the United States with an estimated 36.5 percent of adults affected; this means that approximately one-third of the adult population has the condition. Rates are highest among those between the ages of 40 and 59, as well as those over […]

Apr

2017

6 Foods For Better Brain Health

Posted On April 24, 2017 By Kathy And has No Comment

By Meredith Kimple While some of us pursue healthier choices for a fit physique, many of us are also concerned with keeping our bodies functioning at their best. A part of this maintenance should include eating foods that support our brain health. In our youth, we […]

Apr

2017

Is There a Link Between Sleep Apnea and Cognitive Impairment?

Posted On April 11, 2017 By Kathy And has No Comment

By Meredith Kimple How many times do we get teased for a little snoring at night? While all snoring has the potential to annoy those around us, some snoring might be indicative of sleep apnea. This chronic, but treatable, condition impairs an individual’s ability to breathe […]

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