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by Gary Skole
Seniors who are able to age in place at home positively impact their general outlook and mental health. Being able to maintain their freedom and independence is a major factor for this. When asked, the vast majority of seniors would prefer to stay in their own home and live independently for as long [...]

By David Crumrine
Risk Factors for Heart Conditions in Senior Citizens
Senior citizens are usually more at risk for various heart conditions. The following are some risk factors that have been shown to correlate with CAD or other heart conditions that result in symptoms like angina:

high cholesterol
high blood pressure
smoking
diabetes
obesity
metabolic syndrome
lack of physical activity
family history of heart disease

David Crumrine
Coronary heart disease is a term used to describe a group of symptoms that have one major cause: atherosclerosis, or a build-up of plaque in the arteries. When we smoke or eat foods high in fat or sugar, considerable damage occurs in the arteries, which causes the body to reinforce the walls with plaque. [...]

by Joy Loverde

Where there are families, there are legal issues among other challenges. Over the years, family members who are caring for aging parents and loved ones have sent me emails regarding interesting eldercare questions. I am sharing their questions with you in the hopes that my answers offer caregiver guidance and insights. We [...]

Welcome to the February 24, 2010 Edition of  the EldercareABC  Blog Carnival.
June Tree presents Avoid A Bitter Family Feud: Estate Planning To The Rescue! » Silicon Valley Blog About Money posted at The Digerati Life, saying, “Thanks!”
TSW Blog presents Easy Meal Idea: Frugal Soups! posted at The Smarter Wallet, saying, “Good dish that’s [...]

by Joy Loverde
I’ve long been an advocate of keeping aging parents in the driver’s seat for as long as possible, and my interacting with Mom and Bill regarding their long-distance relocation has proved that theory works without a shadow of a doubt.
My willingness to “be a sounding board” for Mom and Bill for the past [...]

by Suzan Love
As your parents and grandparents grow older, you may become concerned about their safety at home. Placing them in an assisted living facility is often considered as an option. However, homecare is an alternative that has many benefits.
1. Seniors who live at home are able to maintain a level of freedom that would [...]

by VMT Singuillo

With the expected life expectancy rates getting higher, the number of senior citizens increases as the years go by. As such, there is a need to reach out to them and give them better opportunities to live healthy and happy lives. Gone are the notions that men and women are past their prime [...]