Spring is almost here! That means early flowers are blooming, songbirds are reappearing, butterflies are starting to flutter, and trees ...

So it's almost Christmas, and you still need a gift for that special senior on your shopping list. Or maybe you just heard that an...

Image Source Every year I try to compile helpful gift guides for anyone struggling to buy gifts for the elderly. This year's lis...

What should you buy an elderly loved one for Christmas? Which holiday gifts are most appropriate for senior citizens? What would your ...

It's almost the holiday season, and every year I hear people asking: "What on earth can I possibly get for the aging loved o...

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UTI's can be deadly for senior citizens. Caregivers should be aware of the signs and symptoms.  Urinary tract infections, also ...

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A guide to medical professionals who care for the elderly.  From surgeons to Home Health Aides, from family caregivers to psychia...