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Caring for elderly loved ones at home can be a deeply rewarding experience, but it...

How can technology improve the quality of life for seniors and support their independence? As...

Whether rich, poor, or somewhere in between, most of us cannot afford to ignore the...

Senior centers play an increasingly vital role in enhancing the quality of life for aging...

Care management is a comprehensive approach to elder care that focuses on the physical, emotional,...

As we age, our bodies undergo natural changes that can affect our balance, flexibility, and...

Navigating the complexities of aging can be challenging for older adults, who face unique health...

As responsible adult children, we often find ourselves facing the challenging task of caring for...

Growing older comes with its own set of challenges, especially when it comes to healthcare...

As our loved ones age, the question of senior care becomes increasingly relevant. Knowing when...

As you navigate the path of caregiving, consider incorporating the therapeutic benefits of music into...

My Mother has Alzheimer’s disease and refuses to take a shower.   What can I do?...

There is no age cap to try something new. Experts and society agree there are...

It’s no secret that as we age, we begin to need more assistance to lead...

Engaging in creative, sensory stimulating activities engages and renews fundamental cognitive functions.  This is true...

The term Creative Aging is not referring to the increasing creative care options the ageing...

With the intense focus in the past years on the vaccinations for the health threats...

When you picture a family caregiver of an older adult, who comes to mind? Historically,...

What is the hallmark of successful aging?  Is it freedom from disease?  An active social...

Person-centered care or personalized care is a buzz word that one often hears when it...

When an elder and their loved one is faced with a challenging diagnosis or if...

Hoarding is the compulsive need to find and keep objects, animals, or trash regardless of...

The temperatures are heating up in Northern Virginia. Is your loved one prepared? Here are...

The Financial Fraud Enforcement Task Force defines elder fraud as an act of targeting older...

“Take me home, country roads, to a place I belong…” Many older adults living with...

Did you know that as we age, we require boosters for vaccines we received as...

Although the name can be misleading, occupational therapists don’t only help individuals find jobs or...

It is well known that oral health is closely linked to general health, especially in...

According to Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, humans must have intimate relationships to have a sense...

As America continues to navigate the COVID-19 crisis, it is well documented that seniors and...

With the development of ongoing illnesses like long COVID, we are continually trying to reassess...

Emergencies happen, that’s just life.  As a healthcare provider I spend a fair amount of...

It’s hurricane season and there is a lot of information available to us this time...

The excitement of the holiday season is over now and the days are shorter and...

There’s no place like home…we all know that.  However, at times, the best option for...

We all know that work can be stressful and time consuming.  Many of us juggled...

Yesterday we hosted our 3rd annual Celebrate Centenarians event at Waltonwood Senior Living in Ashburn, Virginia. ...

As our aging population grows, we are seeing more and more older adults living alone...

Over the weekend, I attended a funeral for a great aunt of mine.  She had...

A recent publication through the Aging Life Care Association uncovers the correlation between social isolation...

As we grow older, our body goes through many changes.  Some of those changes affect...

Sometimes when I think about growing older, I worry that I may be lonely.  Not...

At our staff meeting today, our care management team was talking about how many confusing...

One of the many benefits of living in a large metropolitan area like DC is...

A client of mine asked me yesterday why she has to have physical therapy and...

Dress in loose layers to avoid frostbite and hypothermia. Always wear a hat and gloves...

The hustle and bustle of the holiday season is upon us, and we think about...

What is the secret to living well into your senior years? Just ask a Centenarian....

The holidays are upon us now and with that comes the time of year when...

Our population is aging. By the year 2020, the number of older adults over age...

It’s the beginning of cold and flu season and the newspapers are full of store...

A clinical trial is a research study to determine if a particular treatment or medical...

Agnosia is a condition where individuals have difficulty processing sensory information. Typically the result of...

In August 2017, new legislation was signed into law that may change the way you...

The news is full of stories of the ravages of hurricanes Harvey and Irma. I...

When interacting with families, I often hear this question: “Why should we bother taking Mom to...

Just yesterday, I watched my 2-year-old grandson toddling joyfully through the house. He ran from...

I’m a sports fan and especially love to read about head coaches. There’s a lot...

In mid-July, 2017, the Alzheimer’s Association hosted a week-long international conference in London, England. This...

When I worked in an assisted living community many years ago I was touring a...

“How does your mom take her coffee?” This is how I often start a conversation...

In the search for a senior residential facility in the Washington, DC metro area, waiting...

When planning for retirement, most people know that legal and financial issues are of utmost...

According to AARP, a full 87% of senior Americans would prefer to remain in their...

Yesterday, I had a wonderful opportunity to attend the first annual Centenarian event in Northern...

Sometimes, old age can take us by surprise.  Your Father may be living happily on his...

Years ago, you may have had a conversation with your parent that sounded something like...

One of the most challenging aspects of caring for someone with dementia is their propensity...

Actress, Bette Davis once quipped, “Old age ain’t no place for sissies!” Decades later, her remark continues...

Hospice services can provide many benefits to patients with life-limiting illnesses and their loved ones....

Moving a family member to residential care When a family member moves to a residential...

In the search for a senior residential facility in the Washington DC metro area, waiting...

How do I know what type of care facility is right for my Mother? Years...

How can I convince my Mother that she needs help and can no longer live...

My aunt has Alzheimer’s disease and is starting to have trouble with conversation now. We...

My Father is 87 years old and experiencing memory problems. We are worried about his...

My Mother has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease.  Lately, she is very suspicious of everyone,...

I am trying to provide care for my parents at home and I am considering...