Some people will never need LTC, some will only need it for a short period of time and others will require elderly assistance for many years. Some people will be able to live at home with small amounts of senior care while others may need memory care services.

Alzheimer’s disease is called a family disease, because the chronic stress of watching a loved one slowly decline affects everyone. An effective treatment will address the needs of the entire family.

Telehealth refers to a wide range of services used to deliver healthcare virtually. Telehealth is emerging as a great alternative for non-emergency appointments—sort of like a doctor making a house call without actually coming to your house. 

There are two types of vaccines that the CDC recommends for people over 65: the high dose flu vaccine and the adjuvanted flu vaccine.  Talk to your healthcare provider to figure out the best option for you.

F: Face drooping. Can the person smile? Is the smile uneven? 

A: Arm weakness. Is one arm weak or numb? If the person raises both arms, does one drift down? 

S: Speech difficulty. Is the person’s speech slurred? Can they repeat simple sentences you give them? 

T: Time to call 911. If the person shows any symptoms, even if the symptoms go away, call 911. Check the time so you know when the symptoms began.

Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer found in elderly women. A woman has a one-in-eight chance of developing breast cancer over her lifetime, according to the National Cancer Institute.

All of us can probably use some self-care right now. Take a look at the ideas below and make it a point to try some!