by Lisa Seiff | May 9, 2022 | Family Caregivers
Here are a few facts to know for Arthritis Awareness Month. Very close to half of all U.S. adults 65 or older have arthritis that’s been diagnosed by a doctor. As not every older adult sees a doctor or admits to experiencing pain, it may be more than 49.6%. Of those...
by Lisa Seiff | Apr 18, 2022 | Seniors and Social Media
You’re planning the care your mom needs after her brain cancer diagnosis. She needs surgery and will have an incision in her skull. After that, she will need weeks of physical therapy. She’s going to need someone to help her out with meals, transportation, personal...
by Lisa Seiff | Apr 4, 2022 | Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Depending on the extent of your senior’s dementia, she may not be able to let you know that she’s in pain. So, how can you tell? Make Sure You Know Her Health Issues Caregiver Manhattan, NY: Seniors and Dementia Pain The more familiar you are with your senior’s health...
by Lisa Seiff | Mar 21, 2022 | Seniors and Health Issues
March is National Nutrition Month and while it’s important for your senior loved ones to get good nutrition it’s also important for you as a family caregiver to make sure that you’re eating healthy and getting the nutrition you need. Caregiving can be physically and...
by Lisa Seiff | Mar 7, 2022 | Seniors and Social Media
Your mom’s health is changing as she gets older. She’s been diagnosed with a chronic health condition and needs support at home. Some of the most common chronic health conditions include cancer, heart failure, COPD, and stroke. What health care conditions can home...