Many in the baby boom generation are experiencing the death of an aging parent. It is always a tragic and difficult experience when a parent passes away, but it can be even more devastating to the surviving spouse. The loss of a life partner can leave the survivor uncertain about the future and unable to Read More
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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 Board and Care Facilities Advantages
The discussion of eldercare typically is not an easy one for families to handle. However, while many people fear eldercare, there are some advantages to moving into a facility such as a board and care home in San Diego. Independence is one of the best things about being an adult. We want to be in 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
Preventing Injuries & Falls
While all human beings endure bumps, bruises and falls throughout the course of their lifetime, these injuries especially are troublesome for older adults. Often because of mobility or vision issues, they have more difficulty getting around. When you are older, your body also tends to be less able to handle the impact of a bad 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
Facts About Assisted Living
There are so many different types of eldercare, it can be confusing to try and figure out what it all means. You might be searching for an in-home caregiver, looking for a board and care facility, hunting for a skilled nursing facility, in need of memory care or perhaps you simply want to find an Read More
What Is A Geriatric Care Manager?
One of the many challenges facing older Americans is handling the physical changes that can make day-to-day life more difficult. To help deal with these challenges, our loved ones have a variety of care options to consider. However, understanding these options and navigating the world of eldercare can be overwhelming, and this is where a 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