Bladder Cancer Awareness Month: Do You Know the Symptoms of Bladder Cancer?
May marks Bladder Cancer Awareness Month, and this is a good time to learn more about this form of cancer that is more prevalent in men than woman. According to the American Cancer Society, approximately[...]
How to Fight Anxiety with Food
Have you noticed that the elderly loved one you care for has been stressed or anxious lately? Unfortunately this is not uncommon. Well over 40 million adults in America suffer from anxiety, and many of those[...]
4 Ways to De-Stress Fast When You Can’t Get Away
As a family caregiver, stress can find you in a heartbeat. The problem is that you can’t always take off for the afternoon to allow that stress to dissipate. So what can you do when[...]
Handy Tips for Conquering the Loss of Appetite as One Ages
Loss of appetite is a common issue faced by many seniors. While it can be a part of aging that many elderly people simply adapt to, it can also be an abnormal loss of appetite[...]
Signs That Your Aging Parent Might be Struggling with Low Vision
Low vision is one of the most common issues experienced by elderly adults. In fact, approximately 12.2 percent of people throughout the United States between the ages of 65 and 74 are dealing with vision[...]
6 Frequently Asked Questions About Occupational Therapy
Besides elder care services, community services and the family physician, there are few aspects of assisting elderly loved ones that are as important as occupational therapy. Since April is designated as National Occupational Therapy Month,[...]
