Finding help for loved ones
Last week we looked at signs that your elderly loved one may need extra help. This week we’ll continue the conversation and look at what resources are available and how to respond to your loved … Continue Reading
What to look for when home for the holidays
The holidays can mean a lot of different things to different people. Although holidays can be a fun time to connect with family, they can also be a rude awakening if an older loved one … Continue Reading
Older Adults and Poverty
Between the effects of Covid and the constant fear of a recession, many people are finding themselves living under the poverty line. Data from the most recent U.S. Census reported that the number of older … Continue Reading
Tis the season…for fall prevention
You may have heard that falls are a big risk as we age, but how common are falls really? According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, falls contributed to the deaths of 34,000 … Continue Reading
Where to find Flu and Covid Shots
Flu shot clinics are a sign that fall is on its way. With winter being a time that flu cases peak, flu shot clinics tend to pop up around late summer through late fall. These … Continue Reading
How to (safely) dispose of medications
If you use prescription medications you’re not alone. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in 2016 nearly 50% of adults in the US reported using prescription medications in the past 30 days. … Continue Reading