Does Forgetting Words Signify the Beginning of Alzheimer's Disease?
Has your memory failed you today, such as struggling to recall a word that’s “on the tip of your tongue?” If so, you’re not alone.
Has your memory failed you today, such as struggling to recall a word that’s “on the tip of your tongue?” If so, you’re not alone.
Sometimes I (Marijke Durning) get asked advice from new nurses who want to learn something they might not have been taught in nursing school. One
How much do elders need to live in the community? How many people can afford to live independently without the help of government supports? In
Do you remember a time when you had a gut feeling that someone was a bit shady? Two new studies suggest that as we age,
Whether at home or in institutions, loneliness can be both difficult and dangerous for the overall health of older adults. Too many of them endure
The holidays are a chance for you to kick back, relax and spend time with your loved ones, laughing and just enjoying each other’s company.
Food is more than fuel. The enjoyment of dining with friends and family offers social benefits that are essential for holistic health. Sharing meals is
An article from AssistedLivingFacilities.org suggests that the slowly recovering economy has helped fuel growth in assisted living. Per the piece, a report from earlier this
Older women with disturbed and fragmented sleep were three times more likely to be placed in a long-term care facility than elderly women with healthier
Older women with disturbed and fragmented sleep were three times more likely to be placed in a long-term care facility than elderly women with healthier
A new study reported in the British Medical Journal links lifestyle, social factors and survival after age 75. Information on leisure activities and social networks
A new study reported in the British Medical Journal links lifestyle, social factors and survival after age 75. Information on leisure activities and social networks
Confidence doesn’t come naturally to everyone. Even the most successful people have struggled with it in their careers. The good news is that you develop
The following is an excerpt from We Care Online’s Social Service Designee course.* Do residents have a right to meet as a council? Yes. Federal and state laws
The following is an excerpt from We Care Online’s Social Service Designee course.*What is a nursing home Resident Council? Link: Care Watchers A Resident Council