By Elizabeth Cohen, Senior Medical Correspondent/updated 11:34 AM EST, Thu November 10, 2011 A hallmark feature for some people with Alzheimer’s Disease is wandering which is scary for the caregiver and potentially very dangerous. Here are some tips and things to look out for should your loved one be a wanderer with dementia. People with … Read more
How to limit Alzheimer’s wandering
Posted by in Aging | Alzheimer's | Assisted Living Facilities | Caregivers | Dementia | Home Health Care - (0 Comments)Navigating Senior Care Services – A Guide to Acronyms:
Posted by in Aging | Assisted Living Facilities | Health | Home Health Care | Medicare | Uncategorized - (1 Comments)It is so difficult to understand people when they speak in letters rather than words. The medical profession and governmental organizations in particular seem to have their own language comprised of acronyms. This can be immensely frustrating to us civilians. Here is a guide to acronyms most having to do with Senior Care Services, Home … Read more
Managing Elderly Depression During The Holidays
Posted by in Assisted Living Facilities | Caregivers - (3 Comments)Holidays are supposed to be times of joy, but for many of our elderly, holidays can mean something totally different. Read more
Explaining The Veterans Aid & Attendance Pension Benefit
Posted by in Assisted Living Facilities | Home Health Care - (14 Comments)How The Government Can Help With Your Home Care Costs With the rising costs of assisted living and home health care, it’s extremely difficult for many of our elders to receive the care they need. It also places an unusual burden on the spouses of the elderly or other caregivers, but if the senior is … Read more
Home Health Care vs. Assisted Living Facilities
Posted by in Assisted Living Facilities | Home Health Care - (4 Comments)Home Health Care allows your aging parent or elderly relative to remain safely in their home. A home health aide will help with personal care such as bathing, dressing and getting around their home without falling. Read more

