senior parents

When my Dad developed pain in his knees and shoulders, it was time to find a solution. I knew that keeping him active was important!Managing Chronic Pain In The Eldery: Treatment And Support OptionsChronic pain in older folks often feels like an unwelcome guest that refuses to leave, right? But figuring out why it's camped out by understanding...

Our family worked together to keep my parents happy throughout the years. After Mom died in a tragic car accident, it became even more essential. We kept in very close contact with Dad daily and when I could not visit, he and I would have long chats on the phone. We knew that losing his lifelong loved one was more than a challenge.Signs Of...

My Mom loved the computer tech. She dove into it like it was the latest chocolate craze. Dad? Not so much! In fact, when he needed information from the internet, Dad would ask me to look it up. Now my father was a very intelligent man. His teachers advised him to go to college for engineering. He chose the mechanic journey instead but his mind...

How To Implement A Balanced Diet For Aging ParentsWhen I began caring for my Dad after his stroke, I soon realized that his diet needed to be of top priority. Dad would eat whatever I cooked. But I knew from my own nutrition studies that he needed a well-balanced diet that included enough protein. Since he was a meat eater and our family...

My Dad had never had to take any medications before he had a stroke. Always active and healthy, he only needed the occasional aspirin once or twice a year. But when he began to need some medications, I was glad that he allowed me to take over management of them. It made it so much easier, not worrying that he might take the wrong one at the wrong...