Receiving a diagnosis of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (also known as ALS or Lou Gehrig’s disease) raises numerous questions and concerns, both for the person who received …Read More
Category: Chronic Disease
The Importance of Home Safety When Living with Multiple Sclerosis
March 4, 2022
“Home is a shelter from storms – all sorts of storms.” – William J. Bennett When we think about home, we should be able to …Read More
Taking Care of a Loved One in the Late Stages of Parkinson’s: Part 3 of 3
November 12, 2021
A Parkinson’s diagnosis has an effect on family members as well as the person diagnosed. Learning about what to anticipate as the illness becomes more …Read More
Parkinson’s Disease Care: Caring for a Senior in the Middle Stage: Part 2 of 3
October 22, 2021
A diagnosis of Parkinson’s affects members of the family as well as the person diagnosed. Understanding what to expect as the disease progresses is key …Read More
Enhance Cancer Care at Home with In-Home Care Assistance
October 15, 2021
When a loved one receives a cancer diagnosis, it may feel as if your whole world has turned upside down. What was once a high …Read More
Caring for a Senior During Early Stage Parkinson’s: Part 1 of 3
September 24, 2021
When a person is diagnosed with Parkinson’s, it impacts family members along with the person diagnosed. Understanding what to anticipate as the disease progresses is …Read More
Tips to Keep the Heart Healthy for Seniors During Heart Month and Beyond
February 5, 2021
“Your heart is the softest place on earth. Take care of it!” – Nayyirah Waheed You can’t escape them around this time of year: flaming …Read More
New Year, New You: Combat Chronic Conditions With Exercises for Older Adults
January 8, 2021
Although staying safe at home has become our new normal, that does not mean we should spend our time stagnant in front of the television! …Read More
Learn the Importance of a Healthy Diet for Kidney Disease
October 16, 2020
While chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects approximately 11% of adult Americans, for older adults, the incidence rate jumps to nearly 40%. If a loved one …Read More
6 Tips for Male Mesothelioma Patients
June 18, 2020
Mesothelioma occurs in men 4 times more often than women. Researchers believe men develop mesothelioma more often because occupational asbestos exposure typically happens in male-dominated industries. 6 …Read More