At some point, many families face the difficult reality of an aging loved one becoming frail and needing help at home. It’s not an easy conversation, but planning can help you avoid unnecessary stress.
Do you sometimes feel unsteady when you stand up? Maybe you pause before climbing stairs or worry about losing your balance. That’s a common concern as we get older, and it’s completely valid. The decline in balance is natural, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t do anything about it.
If you’re caring for someone with dementia, you know how unpredictable the condition can be. One moment they may seem calm, and the next they might become agitated, confused, fearful or even aggressive. It’s important to be prepared for such situation so you can respond with patience and compassion.
Retirement marks a significant shift in our lives. You might begin to look for ways to make your life feel more meaningful and satisfying — and the right recreational activities can do just that.
Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) is a progressive brain disease that can affect memory, thinking, movement, behaviour, and even sleep.
Caring for someone with dementia can be overwhelming, especially when dealing with challenging behaviors. To make caregiving easier, many caregivers rely on the 4 Rs of Dementia Care.
After a stroke, many people face challenges with communication. This is often caused by reduced blood supply to the left side of the brain. This type of stroke is also referred to as a left hemisphere ischemic stroke.
When we think about allergies, we usually picture a runny nose, itchy eyes, and maybe a box of tissues close at hand.
We’ve all heard that excess salt is no friend to our bodies. Most of us think it only affects people with high blood pressure. But new research says that’s not the full story.
We often hear that the food we eat can affect how we feel — and now, science is backing that up. Recent research has explored how citrus fruits may play a role in lowering the risk of depression.
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