Month: October 2021

Flu season comes around every year, and it’s important for everyone to know how to minimize their risk of getting sick. People 65 and older are at a higher risk of developing serious illness and complications from the flu, because their immune systems can weaken with age. So it’s especially... read more

Alzheimer’s disease has been on the rise around the world for many years, and by now it’s common knowledge that an Alzheimer’s diagnosis is devastating to an entire family. The effects of the disease on memory loss and cognitive functioning are emotionally difficult to experience, or to see in a... read more

The thought of moving from a family home into an assisted living community can be difficult for any senior to consider. Having worked so hard and made so many memories in a home can make moving on seem like a sad experience. But the end of one chapter is often... read more

The symptoms of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease include memory loss and diminished function. These factors can greatly affect a person’s ability to interact with others. If you have a loved one who’s living with dementia or Alzheimer’s, it can seem difficult to maintain an emotional connection, especially as symptoms progress... read more