How to Avoid a Tick Bite this Summer
Summer is finally here, which means that it’s the best time of year to be outside taking in the glory of nature. But from the mountains to the shore, the presence of teeny-weeny ticks can lead to big, long-term health problems for both people and pets.
We've Teamed Up With Free Wheelchair Mission to Provide Wheelchairs Worldwide
When the California-based nonprofit Free Wheelchair Mission gifted each woman with her own wheelchair, the siblings could finally make the yards-long journey to reunite face to face after 15 years.
Older Americans Who Changed Our County
In celebrating America’s freedom, many older citizens deserve credit for strengthening our nation as the land of the free and the home of the brave. Here are five notable Americans who, as they aged, never stopped serving their fellow countrymen.
Get Help With Hoarding Disorder
Magazines, household supplies, cardboard boxes and old mail scattered around the house may not seem unusual. But when an individual amasses plastic bags and other clutter, it may be a sign of hoarding disorder.
What's in Season at the Farmer's Market
Farmers markets are not only a great way to support local farms and farmers, but they also are a great way to try a variety of foods that are only in season during the warmer months.
5 Things You Didn't Know About Therapy Dogs
The goal of dog therapy is to provide comfort and joy to those who are sick, stressed, anxious or depressed. Many people, however, have some misconceptions about the dogs that are used in dog therapy programs. We’ve identified five of the most important things to know about therapy dogs below.
Caring for a Loved One with a Cataract
A cataract is a condition in which the lens of the eye becomes increasingly opaque, causing cloudy or blurred vision.
5 Movies About Caregiving
Movies about caring for a loved one stir a special empathy and connection, often inviting us to chuckle and tear up with the films’ characters.
Can Diabetics Prevent Falls by Exercising?
Diabetes is an established risk factor for falls. Diabetic peripheral neuropathy (nerve damage affecting sensation, movement and balance) is a common complication of diabetes that disposes elders to a higher risk of falling.
Aging in Place: How to Stay in Your Home in Later Life
These baby boom boys and girls are now aging individuals who almost all agree on one thing: living in their own home later in life. Nearly 90 percent of the nation’s aging baby boomers want to age in place.