Traveling with your elderly relative is often nixed out of hand. Sure, we may have to make some adjustments since as we age we are less likely to get around as easily as when younger. However, they are still able to visit, to reminisce, and to enjoy family and travel destinations. In fact, socializing with…
Great news: A ketogenic diet in Alzheimer’s patients may actually increase memory capacity and improve brain function. This is critical information given the extent of Alzheimer’s sufferers in our population – and it’s growing! Alzheimer’s Today The Alzheimer’s Association reports that almost 6 million Americans live with Alzheimer’s and many of those Alzheimer’s patients live…
Stroke – It’s a leading cause of death throughout the United States. The American Stroke Association suggests it is the fourth leading cause of death and disability in the U.S., and it can happen very fast. A Next Avenue post had some insights that are helpful in Manhattan and to any household. What Is It?…
Music Therapy is becoming increasingly popular for end-of-life care in Manhattan. Twenty years ago, music therapy was just starting to gain popularity. Today, it is growing throughout the nation at a rapid rate. Let’s take a look at why music therapy has become so popular so quickly! What is Music Therapy? The American Association of Music…
As the summer months quickly approach, vacations and outdoor activities are on everyone’s mind. Seniors who are aging in place while living far from family and friends know that the summer months are perfect for traveling. Take a look at these tips to ensure you and your elderly loved one are ready for a safe…
Some thoughts on Fathers Day We all look forward to Fathers Day where we can show our appreciation of Dad! Dad has traditionally been the rock of the family. Unfortunately, the sad reality of aging often means others must now assume that role. This can feel especially poignant on Fathers Day. You may feel the…
AMaThe medical community does less for prevention, intervention, and aggressive treatment for the elderly than for other age groups. More specifically, when it comes to seniors, smoking is a sadly overlooked area of senior health. We know that smoking is directly correlated to other diseases such as stroke, heart disease and lung cancer as well…
Mild Cognitive Impairment & the Brain Cortex A study has found that mild cognitive impairment (MCI), the earliest known stage of Alzheimer’s Disease, may be counteracted with exercise. As a result, the findings of the study offer hope to the millions of seniors with MCI. In the study, older adults who participated in a moderate…
Healthy Dementia Care Strategies Dementia is a difficult condition to live with, but it also affects caregivers. Caring for patients with dementia leaves many caregivers overwhelmed and exhausted. Hard to understand and often invisible to the eye, dementia makes it hard to determine whether care is effective. But, if you practice healthy dementia care, you…
It is important to recognize the signs of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease as early as possible. It affords family members in the Bronx and elsewhere plenty of time for planning. To that end, it ensures that a safe living arrangement is set in place and enables the elderly to take advantage of all current and…