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Understanding the causes and potential treatment of dizziness is important, particularly for elderly people, as dizziness can increase their chances of having an accident or a fall. Dizziness describes a number of sensations people can experience … [Read more...] about Do you feel dizzy sometimes?

Have you noticed your loved is having difficulties performing everyday activities around their home? This may be a sign that your loved one can no longer cope with living alone and needs some form of assisted living. The level of care your … [Read more...] about Assisted living signs

Happy New Year! It’s that time again when many caregivers develop New Year’s resolutions to help make the New Year even better then the last. Often caregivers are so focused on caring for their loved one they forget to take care of themselves. … [Read more...] about New Year’s resolutions for caregivers

If your loved one needs to be rushed to the hospital it’s important to have the right information ready to tell the hospital staff. Knowing your loved one’s medical history or private health insurance provider can help the hospital staff to give … [Read more...] about Important information in case of an emergency

Being a grandparent can be a wonderful experience as you watch a new member of your family grow and develop. Grandparents also have the opportunity to build a great relationship with their grandkids, provide guidance and pass on their family … [Read more...] about Building relationships with grandkids

Christmas can be a very lonely time for some elderly people who live alone or are unable to spend the day with their families. Visiting a loved one or even an elderly friend can make a huge difference to their day and to their wellbeing. Here … [Read more...] about Visiting your loved ones over Christmas

It’s the beginning of summer and that means there are many more sunny days and extreme heat conditions ahead. Staying cool in summer is important to prevent health conditions such as dehydration or heat stress, which can be caused by overheating … [Read more...] about Staying cool this summer

Cooking can be quite difficult and time consuming for your loved one, especially if they suffer from limited mobility or loss of vision. If your loved one is not eating regular meals or maintaining a healthy diet there are some things you can do … [Read more...] about Great meal ideas

Gardening is an enjoyable pastime and benefits seniors in many ways. It is a therapeutic activity that promotes good health, wellbeing and relaxation. It also is an excellent form of exercise for mobility, flexibility, strength and endurance. … [Read more...] about Gardening tips for seniors

There is more and more evidence that laughter can have both short term and long terms health benefits. Laughter induces physical changes in your body that enhances your intake of oxygen-rich air, stimulates your heart, lungs and muscles, and … [Read more...] about Laughter is the best medicine