Slurred speech. Confusion. Numbness on one side of the body. Seems like a stroke, right? However, if those stroke-like symptoms subside rather rapidly and seem
On a hot summer day, there is nothing more satisfying than a tall, cold drink; however, for a person with dysphagia, this simple pleasure can
A visit with Mom recently brought to light a number of unsettling signs. Although she has always been up at the crack of dawn, now
With over 10,000 prescription medicines available in the U.S., it’s no wonder that so many senior adults – about one in three – are taking
A large proportion of older adults are set on remaining at home throughout aging, instead of relocating to an assisted living facility or nursing home
Alzheimer’s is a complicated disease that often presents overwhelming issues for those providing care. As the disease progresses, people with Alzheimer’s typically communicate through behaviors
Envision how it would feel to awaken in a strange location, not being able to remember how you got there or even who you are.
Home is our sanctuary; it is where we feel most comfortable, even throughout the more trying times of our lives. That’s why so many older
Falling can be painful, but for seniors, the results can be devastating, including hip fractures, which can then bring on a broad number of health
Dementia confusion, a typical occurrence in Alzheimer’s, can lead to recent memories being forgotten or altered, while those from the more distant past remain unaffected.
