Category: Miscellaneous

Since seniors spend a lot of time at home, it’s important to make it an enjoyable place to live. Dark colors can make a room look dull and gloomy, but the right color choices can make a home look cheerful and welcoming. According to psychologists, certain colors can lift a person’s mood. Whether you use these colors to paint an...

Medicare fraud is a growing problem that costs billions of dollars a year, and it can result in undue stress for seniors during a time when they should be able to focus on their health. While the idea that someone may prey upon the elderly is upsetting, it can be reassuring to know seniors have multiple ways to safeguard their...

Waiting until you have to make time-sensitive decisions is never a good idea, which is why you need to speak with your senior loved one early on about long-term health-related decisions. Sit down with your parent while he or she is mentally, physically, and emotionally competent, even if the topics are difficult to discuss. Below are some of the things...

Medication mishaps are common among older adults, especially those who take multiple medications. Failing to take prescriptions properly could affect a senior’s overall wellbeing. Below are some tips you can use to help your senior loved one with medication management.  1. Choose One Pharmacy Picking up prescriptions from multiple pharmacies can be confusing and increase the risk of errors. Your...