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Trying to choose the right type of care for an aging loved one can be difficult. Although 90% of seniors want to stay living in their own homes for as long as possible, there may eventually come a time when…

One of the most difficult things about dementia is that it can change the behavior and personality of the person suffering with it. Paranoia, anxiety, sudden outbursts and other unpredictable behaviors can make it difficult to know how to interact…

It’s fairly common for aging adults to show signs of irrational anxiety or paranoia, such as thinking that someone is stealing from them, or that there is someone in the house at night. This type of behavior can be alarming…

The summer heat can reduce appetites and make it difficult to cook meals. Certainly no one wants to turn on the oven and heat up the house. Yet, it is essential that seniors eat throughout the day to maintain good…

Seniors are more sensitive to heat and cold than people of other ages. In the summer months it is important to make sure that seniors are protected against the heat so that they do not suffer heat stroke or heat…

Most adults are fiercely protective of their independence, even into old age. At some point, however, many senior citizens find that illness, injury, and deteriorating health make it difficult to remain independent. They may need help coping with a medical…