Senior Care Information

An interesting article on AOL News discusses a new 30-second test that could allow doctors to spot the early signs of Alzheimer’s. Click HERE to read the full article.

Ontario's diabetic community has been on the rise.  Senior diabetics suffer from ulcers in the legs which need constant medical attention. Diabetic Rick Caroll has been suffering from an amputated leg and a recently amputated toe due to the poor circulation in his legs. He says that a caregiver would come every day to help [...]

"Battle of the Ages" Parents taking care of parents is often a struggle because the elderly feel that they are losing their independence and being controlled. Proper education can be found online so that the whole family can make a decision that can benefit everyone. To watch a video from FOX, click here

If you are worried about leaving your elder at home by themselves, there is a new medical pendant they can wear that will allow you to communicate with them in an emergency. The Medipendant  is being marketed towards home care providers. Smarthomecare allows video monitoring which can allow patients to talk to their doctors via [...]

According to the Centers for Disease Control, more people in the United States die from extreme heat than earthquakes, hurricanes, lightning, floods and tornadoes combined. Of these preventable heat-related deaths, seniors account for 40 percent, according to Dr. Thomas Cavalieri, founder of the New Jersey Institute for Successful Aging. Here are [...]

The Visiting Nurse Service of New York has some of the best knowledge of how to care for the elderly in their homes. Their caregivers visit about 38,000 patients a day and have taken care of the elderly with a variety of special needs. Cathy Castronova who is a partner with the affiliate Partners in [...]

Mr.s Veronica DeCoito is now 106 years old. The video shows how active and happy she is by joining the group Silver Bells in Home Sweet Home, a residential care home. She has a care taker She still has goals in life, such as performing for the President. She joined Home Sweet Home when she [...]

According to AARP, more than 90% of Americans over 50 would like to retire and live as long as possible in their own home. As people grow older, their lifestyle begins to change. Possible variables to consider living near are, grocery store, doctor, and a recreational facility. There are resources out there in case your [...]

There are many alternatives out there that will take care of your loved one. If you need assistance in taking care of your elder physically and financially, it’s best to talk to their doctor so you understand their needs. Here are some options that will allow long-term care for the elderly- Non-profit organizations that can [...]

According to Home Care Phoenix, Senior citizens have been losing their buying power since 2000. Social security has been increased by a small amount to cope with the recent inflation. A senior with the average Social Security benefit in 2000 received $816 per month, a figure that rose to $1072.30 by 2010.  However, that senior [...]