Beat the Heat: Summer Safety Tips for Seniors

The longer days of summer mean more time for swimming, family cookouts, gardening, and all of those other wonderful seasonal outdoor activities. However, it also means an elevated risk for a variety of health concerns for older adults, who are more prone to heat-related issues such as: Heat syncope (faintness/dizziness) Heat cramps Heat edema (swelling) […]

Allergic Reactions in Older Adults: Identifying and Managing Symptoms

Ahh, summertime! Now that the long, cold winter and wet springtime are over, we can at last spend time out in nature. For older adults, getting out into the fresh air, sunshine, and beauty of nature is extremely important for both mental and physical health. Regrettably, however, outdoor activities can trigger seasonal allergic reactions in […]

What to Do When a Senior’s Appetite Decreases

You have just made a large batch of Mom’s special chili recipe. The house smells delicious, and you can’t wait to enjoy a helping. However, while you’re savoring not just the taste but the memories the meal invokes, Mom is simply stirring the food around in her own bowl. And it’s not the first time. […]

Top Tips for Coping With COPD Triggers

We have waited all winter for March! At last, the days are getting longer and we can begin to feel the promise of springtime in the air. For a person with COPD, there is additional reason to celebrate the seasonal changes. Cold, dry air is one of several COPD triggers, and the arrival of warmer […]

Know the Warning Signs of Heat Stroke in Seniors

All during the long, cold winter, we eagerly anticipated the warmth of summer. What a relief to finally throw open the windows and let the warm breezes blow through the house! However, now that we are approaching the middle of the dog days of summer, it is critical to take preventative measures and familiarize ourselves […]

Safety Tips for Traveling with Someone with Dementia

After spending a significant amount of time in social distancing and isolation, this summer may lead you even more than usual to want to travel to visit family and friends, or to simply experience a change of scenery and some pleasant activities. And if you provide care for a senior with Alzheimer’s or dementia, having […]