As a tactic for managing dementia agitation, a caregiver plays her elderly client’s favorite songs.

Managing Dementia Agitation With Music-Based Care

What should be a quick morning routine suddenly turns into a…
A family celebrates their shared family living situation with smiles and laughter in the kitchen.

Shared Family Living Is Redefining How Generations Support One Another

Housing prices continue to rise, caregiving needs grow, and the…
older person holding a magnifying glass to read

Identifying Signs of Vision Loss in Seniors

Many seniors are hesitant to discuss concerns regarding any vision…
A woman contemplates the mental health needs of older caregivers as she walks along the beach.

The Often Unseen Mental Health Needs of Older Caregivers

You’re the dependable one—the person who coordinates, organizes,…
A caregiver who noticed some early dementia behaviors in her client helps her navigate the stairs in her home.

5 Early Dementia Behaviors That Are Easy to Explain Away

Families are often surprised by how many early dementia behaviors…
An older woman excitedly stares at a donut in her refrigerator, highlighting the signs of food addiction in seniors.

Recognizing the Signs of Food Addiction in Seniors and How to Respond with Care

There’s a reason certain foods feel impossible to resist. A…
A senior man who has just undergone a new dementia screening speaks about the results with his doctor.

Dementia Screening Moves Forward With a Breakthrough Blood Test

Breaking Ground in Alzheimer’s Detection: A Dementia Screening…
An older man stares at his phone concerned that he may have fallen victim to a scam that compromises online safety for seniors.

Online Safety for Seniors: How to Recognize and Avoid the Phantom Hacker Scam

The newest wave of scams targeting older adults is remarkably…
A woman smiles as she enjoys making story ornaments, one of the best holiday activities for someone with dementia.

One of the Best Holiday Activities for Someone With Dementia

The holiday season has a way of drawing out nostalgia. A song…
A man finds relief from his Parkinson’s mobility challenges as he listens to music.

Yes, You Really Can Ease Parkinson’s Mobility Challenges With a Song!

The act of walking seems simple—until Parkinson’s disease…
A woman receiving treatment for Alzheimer’s at home smiles as she relaxes on her sofa after her injection.

Treatment for Alzheimer’s Enters a New Age With At-Home Leqembi

Families touched by Alzheimer’s know how challenging even the…
A woman who struggles with headaches from COPD winces as she touches her forehead.

The Morning Headaches From COPD That No One Talks About

Everyone experiences headaches from time to time. But when they…