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BE FAST to Improve Stroke Outcomes Among Aging Adults

I often ask myself, “Where does the time go?” It seems to go faster and faster every year, and months fly by like minutes sometimes. This personal observation has touched me though because it can take only minutes – maybe a few hours – following a stroke that can make or break the patient’s outcome....

Understanding More about Parkinson’s Disease

In a recent news story, a breakthrough in Parkinson’s disease (PD) research was reported. Researchers identified a biomarker in brain and body cells they call the “Parkinson’s protein,” that is linked to the development of PD. Since there is no cure for PD yet, this exciting breakthrough means that people with this “Parkinson’s protein” may...

Filtered Findings About Kidney Disease Among Aging Adults in Illinois

The father of a caregiver I know died nearly 20 years ago as a result of kidney disease and failure. He had commuted to another city an hour from his home for dialysis three times per week for almost a year before he died. Ironically, he succumbed to the disease only two days before he...

5 Facts About the Heart and Heart Disease to Optimize Heart Health

An elderly gentleman was preparing to eat lunch when he told his caregiver that he was experiencing heartburn. They discussed what could have caused it, recanting a list of foods and beverages he had consumed prior to mealtime, and no conclusion was formed. Considering the man is almost 92 years old and in very good...

Bathroom Renovations Support Bath Safety for Seniors

I have a friend who is an older homeowner, and she’s always working on some home improvement project. When I spoke with her recently, she told me how the endless bathroom remodeling commercials were preying on her mind. She knows she needs to update her small bathroom, but the expense is greater than her current...

Notice the Needs and Warning Signs of Seniors Requiring Support and Assistance

December is a month when the Home Helpers corporate theme focuses on families “Noticing the Needs” of their senior loved ones to determine if they could benefit from some help with activities of daily living to improve their overall quality of life. Every senior I have ever known has wanted to remain independent in their...

Strategic Shopping Helps Seniors Save Time, Money, and Stress

Where has the time gone? It seems to go faster and faster the older I get! The holidays are upon us, and holiday shopping has been underway for weeks prior to Black Friday because supply issues are not a problem this year. The challenge is inflation and the rising costs of food, gas, energy, and...

12 FAQs About Breast Cancer

I was talking to someone recently who shared a story about a mutual, senior friend of color that has battled breast cancer more than once. The woman had endured radiation treatments and chemotherapy with her first bout with the disease in one breast, but she was hopeful that her recent diagnosis would be her last...

10 Tips to Help Prevent Seniors from Falling at Home

I recently published a social media post about the Fall season, and I focused on cooler temperatures, making sure seniors have their seasonal wardrobes ready, and checking in with them regularly to ensure they are in a positive state of mind, and they are not isolated and becoming anxious or depressed. All of those things...