Senior Care Blog

It seems that you cannot watch the evening news without getting a pitch on why older men should be paying attention to their potential for “Low T”, or low testosterone hormone levels.  And a pharmaceutical company just happens to...

Autoimmune diseases have gotten a lot of press in the past decade or so, because scientists have developed biologic agents that have been able to slow or halt the progression of many of these diseases.  The list includes the...

I have been in a discussion lately with some of my peers about how to describe the care management that we do as our calling.  In the internet age, most of what defines us all comes down to what...

If the classic symbol for Valentine’s Day this past week has been the heart, then the older loved one in your orbit should be their own valentine!  By that, I mean they should be taking care of their own...

The next time anyone tells your older loved one to take it easy, be sure to clarify that taking it easy does not mean just sitting around.  Medical research has begun to document that too much sedentary time is...

As a geriatric care manager, the most common comments I get when I speak to groups  seem to start with “I wish I had known you when…”   The “when” is usually followed by a family story of mom’s fall...

We all have heard report after report about how we should stay active, especially as we grow older.  It builds endurance in general when we exercise for 30-45 minutes five times a week.  It helps prevent body muscle loss...

First, I want to thank everyone who helped get the word out on our recently-orphaned therapy dog, Annabelle.  I am happy to report that Annabelle has found a new, adoptive home and that dog and master are doing great. ...