It's not uncommon for a holiday visit to reveal that things with mom or dad are newly amiss, particularly in the area of personal groomin...

It's a fact that scam artists prey on older adults. Scammers steal identifying information and use it to obtain cash, make purchases, or ...

Caring for a loved one with moderate-to-advanced dementia often leads to bewilderment. And sadness. Perhaps your relative seems withdrawn...

Don't you just somehow feel better when you laugh? It turns out, that's not just fantasy. Laughter has physical benefits at the cellular ...

The desire to leave a legacy calls strongly to many older adults. Perhaps this is of interest to an elder in your family. A legacy does n...

Should your loved one go ahead with cataract surgery? What about a hip replacement? Dental work? A cardiac stress test? In light of COVID...

High blood pressure is sometimes called "the silent killer." This is because it is dangerous but has few outward symptoms. As the heart p...

People with Alzheimer's or other memory loss conditions often have trouble expressing themselves, sometimes right from the start of the d...

Many older adults are embracing technology to stay connected with family and friends during the pandemic. Although some popular technolog...

In the context of COVID, many families are wondering if an older relative would be better off moving out of their assisted living, memory...

Close to 2 million American soldiers fought in the Korean War from 1950 to 1953. More than half of those who served in what is often call...

Caring for a family member often involves collaborating with other relatives. Sometimes you will agree. Sometimes you won't. Debating eve...

Increasingly, research shows that older adults can benefit in myriad ways from the companionship of an animal. Physical health benefits P...

Between travel concerns and restrictions on group gatherings, holding a traditional funeral can be challenging. Many families are turning...

Arthritis is a difficult condition to understand as an onlooker. The pain is invisible and unpredictable. Some days are good. Other days ...

Life with a serious illness is not all dreary and glum. The condition and its symptoms can certainly take over. But daily life continues....

Many people confuse mindfulness with meditation and Eastern religions. Mindfulness is a skill gained by training your mind to observe lif...

Dementia itself does not cause physical pain. But people with dementia still encounter pain, just like anyone else: headaches, arthritis,...

Ever wondered why older men seem to need to urinate frequently? An enlarged prostate gland is likely to blame. The condition, benign pros...

Time with a doctor is precious—and that creates pressure to make the most of each visit. Whether your loved one's next appointment is in ...