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Insomnia and Adults

Whether it is yourself or a loved one, insomnia has a detrimental effect on all those around it. Recent published research has shown as much as 50% of individuals over the age of 65 battles with insomnia on a nightly basis. Normal signs of insomnia include: taking a long time to fall asleep, frequently waking [...]

Reporting Nursing Home Abuse

Detecting the signs of elder abuse within a nursing home or assisted living facility can be very difficult. Unfortunately not all of us are able to see our loved ones on a weekly basis. When you do visit, be sure to ask how your loved one is feeling, and how they are being treated within [...]

Spring and Allergies

Springtime is finally coming . . . . I hope! Of course, along with the arrival of spring, come the pollen and all the other environmental allergens that can result in a runny nose, redden the eyes, scratchy throat, and so on. So, be vigilant! A scratchy throat can often be helped by increasing fluid [...]

Dementia vs. Delirium

One of the most common mistakes made when it comes to a sudden change in a loved one’s cognitive status is to assume it is a normal part of aging. “Grandpa is getting senile.” Mom is just getting old.” Although cognitive abilities do tend to dull somewhat with age, it is not normal for someone [...]