Scientists at the UC San Diego School of Medicine who thought they were investigating connective tissue cell protein received quite a surprise when they instead discovered a treatment to eradicate the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease in mice. Not...
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It may come seemingly out of nowhere: you present your loved one’s favorite tuna sandwich on the table – light on the mayo, no onions – something that typically brings her joy. But this day, she forces the plate away and will not take a bite...
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After months of distancing, isolating and quarantining from friends and family, can it be safe for older adults to think about going out now? Regrettably, there is no cut-and-dry answer, and a range of criteria should be taken into consideration...
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Those with COPD have needed to be especially vigilant since the COVID-19 pandemic began, as they are likely at both a greater risk for contracting the virus, as well as developing more serious complications as a result. A recent research study...
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Loneliness. Isolation. Confusion. These feelings are getting to be commonplace for many of us during the COVID-19 pandemic, but when you factor in the element of dementia or Alzheimer’s, the difficulties and frustrations are increased to a...
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In an ideal world, we might perfectly compartmentalize our caregiving duties, adhering to a routine that met the requirements of a senior loved one, while enabling enough time needed to manage our assortment of other responsibilities. But...
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Searching through bins, cabinets, and closets, taking out assorted items from drawers, and searching repetitively through a variety of items may be frustrating for those providing care for a senior with Alzheimer’s, but in fact these...
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Stress is unavoidable, and actually, not necessarily a bad thing. After all, as the saying goes, “A diamond is just a piece of charcoal that handled stress exceptionally well.” Nonetheless, especially for family caregivers, the level of stress...
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Times of crisis may bring out both the best and also the worst in us. During the coronavirus pandemic, we’ve heard stories of people hoarding items and selling them in order to make an excessive profit, along with stories of people who selflessly...
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You might not recognize her by name; however, you’ve probably read her story. Joy Milne has an extremely specialized talent: uncovering Parkinson’s disease through her nose. Her gift came to light when she noticed what she explains as an...
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Providing help for someone you care about with Alzheimer’s is often complicated under the best of conditions; add in a global pandemic, one that calls for social distancing, gloves and masks, and meticulous sanitation of both ourselves and...
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Recognizing the best place to turn with regard to the latest, most reliable information on COVID-19, especially as it pertains to seniors and family members who take care of them, is extremely important – and confusing. With many sources and...
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