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Here are the early signs of dementia.

As we age, it’s important to monitor both physical and mental health.

Family members should help seniors manage their finances. 

Seniors are especially susceptible to fraudulent scams.

47 million people across the globe have dementia. Read on to learn some of the key takeaways from the World Alzheimer Report 2016.

If you're feeling the sniffles or are wracked with chills, here are some tips that might help you feel better and prevent yourself from getting...

Valentine's Day isn't just for young lovers. Why not celebrate all kinds of love?

Winter comes with sparkling snow, the holidays and some increased health issues - especially for seniors.

One amazing way to improve your life while helping others is to volunteer - especially around the holidays.

For many people, talking about mental health is a touchy subject. Use these tips to speak with your senior loved one about depression and...

Caffeine boosts energy, but can also cause issues - particularly among the senior populations. Read on if you're wondering how the stimulant affects your...

Seeing the way Edgewood Senior Living employees treated residents and visitors made Gwen Beckler realize this was a community she wanted to be a...

On November 11th each year, troops and individuals who have served in the armed forces gather to thank one another and remember those who...

One way to help your loved one improve his or her wellbeing and happiness is to encourage the individual to make new friends. Here...

If your loved one has chosen to move, this means selling his or her house. You can help with these tips.

Help your older loved ones avoid the monetary loss and violation that comes with scams using these tips.

Thankfully, there are many helpful tools available to promote living normally despite tremors. Here are a few your senior loved one may appreciate.

Just because you reside in a senior living community doesn't mean you don't like to put on makeup and feel confident looking your best!

Seniors can benefit from doing exercises to keep their minds performing at their best. Here are some ideas to try.

Not all seniors are mobile or flexible and can address their own foot care, but that doesn't mean you don't need to have it...

According to the Alzheimer's Association, around 5.4 million Americans have Alzheimer's disease. Chances are, someone that you know has this condition.

If you are a caregiver for a senior who doesn't have the support of friends or family, here are some tips for ensuring he...

Once you've made the decision to help a senior loved one move to an assisted living community, you've got a big decision to make...

There are so many ways to spend your time in the warmer weather, why not bring along a senior loved one? Here are a...

Your dental health can affect more than just your pearly whites, so it's especially important for seniors to take care of their teeth.

Seniors have lived many years and therefore often acquire quite a bit of material possessions. 

Overmedication is a major problem among the senior population that can lead to unpleasant side effects like insomnia, dizziness and anxiety, as well as...

Insomnia can bother people of any age, but it's especially troublesome for older people. Because of health issues, not getting adequate sleep can intensify...

If you are retiring soon or know someone who is, try these tips to ease into newfound freedom.

If you are caring for a senior loved one, you can help him or her make some steps to get healthier and maintain a...

When a person is no longer able to make decisions for him or herself, it's important that there is someone there to do so...

Scientists are gaining an understanding of the complex relationship between diabetes and Alzheimer's.

Try these tips when helping an older loved one go through his or her belongings to move to an assisted living community or just downsize.

There are plenty of guides out there that offer help whether you're looking to provide a present for a child, a teen or even...

On Nov. 11, people all over the country gather to remember their loved ones who were or are members of the armed forces.

Don't leave your older loved ones on their own when it comes to handling their finances. Here are some tips to make money management...

One of the most difficult parts of growing older is eventually experiencing limited mobility.

The perfect care package should be a mix of functional and fun, and leaves the recipient feeling warm and fuzzy.