Lessons from theater improv
While there is no denying the hardships of Alzheimer's and other dementias, a growing number of families are exploring innovative...
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Ann Hollander
- Oct 7, 2019
- 2 min
When Dad resists a walker
For many older adults, use of a walker carries great stigma. It's a symbol of disability and often of isolation. In actual fact, a walker...
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Ann Hollander
- Sep 30, 2019
- 2 min
When caregiving ends: Activities
Reentry If caring for your loved one was the main focus of your day, after his or her passing, expect a feeling of emptiness to dominate...
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Ann Hollander
- Sep 23, 2019
- 2 min
Medicare Open Enrollment Tips
Are you happy with your relative's Medicare plan? If not, fall is the annual "Open Enrollment" period. This is when you can change plans...
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Ann Hollander
- Sep 17, 2019
- 2 min
A doctor's visit after a fall
A surprising number of conditions, from simple to serious, can cause an older adult to fall. If you observed the fall or arrived soon...
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Ann Hollander
- Sep 10, 2019
- 2 min
What is MCI (Mild Cognitive Impairment)?
"Senior moments" are a normal part of aging. They happen to everyone. We just don't process things as quickly as we did in younger years....
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Ann Hollander
- Sep 3, 2019
- 2 min
If Mom is afraid of falling again
Many older adults who have fallen believe it is best to "stay safe" and avoid falling again by restricting their activities....
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Ann Hollander
- Aug 26, 2019
- 2 min
When caregiving ends: Emotions
Waves of emotions When a person you've been caring for dies, you are likely to have many feelings. Sometimes conflicting feelings. You...
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