Convincing an elderly or senior loved one to move from the comfort of a home he or she has known for many years into an assisted living situation can be one of the toughest hurdles for families to acc
How to Buy a Mobility Scooter
Mobility scooters are a popular way for people with some mobility problems to get around in their homes, the grocery store, the shopping mall and other important areas in their neighborhood. If you ar
Hip Replacement Options
The hip joint consists of two main bones; the femur or thigh bone and the pelvis. The joint itself consists of a portion of the femur known as the femoral head (a “ball” shaped piece of bone) wh
Helpful or Hurtful: Should You Keep Taking Fish Oil Supplements?
Every day, millions of Americans take supplements to get the vitamins and nutrients their bodies need to stay healthy. Like many others, you might take a daily fish oil supplement to get the benefits
7 Amazing Benefits of Chiropractic Care for Seniors
Many seniors are unaware of the outstanding benefits that are possible through regular chiropractic care.
by Dr. Vic Naumov, DC, CCSMS
Many seniors are unaware of the outstanding benefits that are pos
Ten Tips for Communicating with a Person with Dementia
We aren’t born knowing how to communicate with a person with dementia but we can learn. Improving your communication skills will help make caregiving less stressful and will likely improve the quality
Ten Things to Ask Before Hiring a Home Care Agency
Today’s seniors have more options available to them then ever before. One option more and more seniors are turning to when their physical capabilities diminish or while they recover from a short-term
Senior Drivers
At age 78, Sheila thinks she’s a good driver, and she would like to stay that way. But lately, she has been in minor accidents. Sheila wonders how she can stay safe behind the wheel. Will taking a cla
Tips for a Safe Senior Living Environment
Seniors are more prone to safety hazards at home due to low vision, falls and improper furniture choices. Make sure you or your senior loved ones are equipped with the following tips on designing a sa
An Alternative for Respite (Adult Day Care)
Since the downturn of the economy, costs for health care have been on the rise. According to a 2011 market survey of long-term care costs, the national average daily rate for a private room in a nursi