Simply put, arthritis is joint inflammation. While there are many different types of arthritis, the symptoms are fairly common – pain, redness, heat, and swelling
If your senior parent has Alzheimer’s, it can be difficult to help them stay healthy. As the Alzheimer’s progresses seniors may not remember why they
We all know the festive holiday music of this time of year. It celebrates the “most wonderful time of the year” filled with love and
Shingles is a rash that is caused by the same virus that can cause chicken pox. Anyone who has had chicken pox has the virus
When seniors decide that they’re going to age in place, there are support systems they need to consider establishing. These systems help them to have
Seasonal affective disorder, also called SAD, is a type of depression that tends to occur during the darker months of the year when daylight hours
Yoga is an ancient practice with tons of physical, mental, and emotional benefits for the people who give it a try. Yoga can be particularly
November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month. The pancreas is an organ in the abdomen. It has two primary functions – making enzymes that help with
Most seniors say that they want to live independently in their homes as long as they can. But safety is always a concern for seniors
Pets are wonderful companions for seniors. Seniors who have pets are generally happier and healthier than seniors who don’t have pets. Pets provide love and
