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Early Signs Of Alzheimer’s Disease

More than five million Americans have some level of Alzheimer’s disease and while the patient certainly is affected gravely, the reach of this debilitating disease extends to family and friends. While there is no cure, there are some treatments available, and early diagnosis is essential for the effectiveness of these treatments. Often, we associate any Read More

San Diego Assisted Living Vs. Living At Home

While it might seem advantageous to live in your home, there are many reasons why it can make sense to consider assisted living. In many cases, choosing to move into an assisted living apartment can be a better option than staying in your home. Depression is very common in older adults, and there are many Read More

Understanding COPD

COPD, or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, includes two main conditions – Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis. Emphysema means the airways and air sacs have lost their elastic quality, and the walls between many of the air sacs have been destroyed. Chronic bronchitis means the walls of the airways are swollen and the airways are producing too Read More

Understanding MRSA – What is it?

These days, we hear more and more news about a dangerous disease called MRSA popping up almost anywhere: in hospitals, Senior Living Homes, schools… What is MRSA exactly? And what can you do to protect yourself and your loved ones? MRSA, or Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, is a bacterium that causes staph infection. Depending on where Read More

When Providing Care Becomes Too Difficult

While we love our parents or our spouse, at some point serving as a caregiver can be more difficult than we can really handle. Sometimes care giving simply means helping with some chores around the house and driving them to wherever they need to go. Sometimes, however, providing elder care can take a huge toll Read More

Reasons Why You Might Prefer Board & Care

There are many eldercare options, including different types of assisted living facilities, in-home care giving and skilled nursing facilities. For some older adults, a board and care home might be the best option to consider.  What is Board and Care? Board and care homes are eldercare facilities that are located in actual private residences. They Read More