Managing Allergies in Seniors

It’s finally summer! Now that the long, cold winter and wet springtime are over, we can at last get outside. For older loved ones, getting out into the beauty of nature, fresh air, and sunshine is particularly important for both mental and physical health. Regrettably, however, it can also trigger seasonal allergic reactions. And this […]

Advice for Accompanying an Older Loved One to the Doctor

When caring for an older family member, balance is key. Your goal is to offer as much care and support as you can without overstepping the boundaries that protect a senior’s self-esteem and individual independence. It is particularly true in relation to accompanying an older loved one to the doctor and making important health care […]

Tips to Help an Older Adult Loved One Adjust to Using a Wheelchair

Aging requires us to get accustomed to a wide range of changes. Our children become adults and move out. We may choose to sell the family home and scale down. Retiring from a long-lasting career alters our purpose and goals. And, health problems or mobility challenges may result in the need for a wheelchair. This […]

Why Aging Skin Bruises Easily

It happens to all of us, especially as we get older. Maybe while using the vacuum, we bump into the side of the coffee table, never thinking twice about it. But by the following day, a spot of purple hues has spread over the wounded area. How could such a nasty bruise be caused by […]

How a Geriatric Care Specialist Benefits Older Adults

With most seniors already seeing several different medical professionals, could there really be any advantage to adding still another? When it comes to a geriatric care specialist, the clear answer is a resounding, “Yes!” A geriatrician is board-certified in either internal or family medicine, much like a primary care physician, but with the extra benefit […]