People love giving advice, they really do. And often, this doesn’t come in the form of a friendly suggestion, but as a surprisingly demanding should. Caregivers often bear the brunt of this so-called pattern, often getting pretty poor caregiving advice in the process. Perhaps you’ve been told that you should visit your aging mother more […]
The 6 Best Types of Puzzles for Alzheimer’s Patients
Puzzles often feature on lists of gifts for dementia patients, including those with Alzheimer’s disease. But, what makes puzzles for Alzheimer’s patients so powerful and how can you take advantage of them? Well, first of all, we’re not talking about large puzzles with 1,000, 2,000, or even 10,000 pieces. Nor are we talking about complicated […]
What to Expect from Your Medicare Annual Wellness Visit
As you get older, it’s important to take control of your health through routine and preventative care. One way to do this is through a Medicare Annual Wellness Visit (AWV). This is free to all individuals on Medicare, with or without an advantage care plan or ‘supplement.’ Some seniors get confused about how it differs […]
The Pros and Cons of Living in Chandler, AZ
As two middle-aged nerds in health research and cybersecurity, my husband and I were drawn to Chandler, Arizona, as an ideal and affordable place to buy our first home, raise a family, and have decent career prospects. We weighed out the pros and cons of several cities, comparing Chandler, AZ to other cities, including Henderson, […]
Tracking Sheet for Your Diabetes Care Supplies
Managing medications can be an overwhelming task, especially when you’re managing type 1 or type 2 diabetes. It’s too easy to get stuck, especially as there are so many different types of diabetes care supplies and medications, including insulin, test strips, CGM sensors, and many more. Losing track of even one item could lead to serious problems […]
Checklist for Elderly Living Alone – What to Look for When You Visit
Many seniors live alone without any problems. However, this isn’t always the case. Aging brings with it many challenges and a person’s ability to care for themselves may decrease over time, to the point that living alone becomes dangerous. This is why it’s so important for you to have a checklist for elderly living alone. […]