Falling is dangerous, no matter what age you are! The effects can be severe and long-lasting, and lead to other problems. A dangerous fall doesn’t have to be from a height, especially for an elderly person. Simply tripping and falling from normal, walking height can have disastrous effects for an older person. If you’re looking … Read more
As time passes, our body naturally accumulates some wear and tear. The feet, in particular, can take quite a beating – after all, they support our entire body weight every moment of our lives that we’re standing! That’s why the best shoes for elderly feet aren’t quite the same as the best ones for most … Read more
One of the things that comes with age is health problems. It’s normal, and the body can manifest these things in some unusual ways. One symptom can be the swelling of the feet. It may sound small and unimportant, but swollen feet can be agonizing and really dampen the enjoyment of life. To help your … Read more
Just because your elderly loved one has more years behind them than you do, it doesn’t mean they don’t love their independence! But there comes a point when it’s no longer possible for them to be driving themselves around, or perhaps it’s no longer safe for them or others. Scarily, car accidents were the 2nd … Read more
September is National Food Safety Education Month. We have an expert who will share how to keep family caregivers and your loved ones safe from food poisoning (and everyone who wants to avoid becoming the victim of food borne illness). Detective Foodsafe™ explores the mysteries of food contamination and food handling mishaps that can happen … Read more
Each year, more and more older adults are making a positive impact in and around their community. Usually this contribution involves the encouragement and even logistics of a family caregiver. Many older Americans who are family caregivers are themselves contributing to their community simply by caring for their own senior loved ones. In addition, they … Read more
Sometimes even the English language can seem like someone is speaking in a foreign tongue. Older adults, who lived much of their lives without today’s technology, can feel that tech speak is unintelligible and the whole world is trying to tell them something they don’t understand. It can be like talking about a new medical … Read more
We invited Denise M. Brown to author an article for Senior Care Corner® because we believe her conference is a valuable opportunity and resource for family caregivers. In addition, in the article she offers a number of resources family caregivers will find valuable sources of support now and in the future. Denise began working with … Read more
The arrival of Spring means we get to see daffodils popping to meet the sunshine and crocuses sticking their little heads up to say hello! Many seniors have shared their joy of gardening with their children and grandchildren over the years. Having learned from our elders the joy of gardening and nurturing the earth, we … Read more
