If you are looking to either get into or become more proficient in the senior care space, there is one quality that you must absolutely have: Dependability. The importance of this cannot be overstated.

I have seen a number of elderly seniors who have undergone hip replacements. The typical thread of events usually goes like this:

I recently read an excellent blog post from the Parenting Our Parents organization about geriatric depression. Shortly after reading that I ran across a new study published in the Journal of American Geriatrics Society that concluded:

Finding the right caregiver for an elderly relative can be a challenge. One of the best things that you can do before hiring someone is to spend a few minutes and write down all your expectations.

Do you remember going grocery shopping with your mother when you were small? I certainly do. I was so proud that she entrusted me with going to get two gallons of milk while she was picking produce.

There is a lot of confusion around the terms used in long-term care. You hear names like: home health, personal assistance, in-home companion, in-home care, etc. What do they all mean?

One of the first things that people think about when considering aging in place for a loved one is home modifications. There are a wide range of ways to make a home environment more friendly for the elderly such as...

As you age, physical activity and exercise is one of the best things you can do for your overall health. With seniors, however, compliance to an exercise regimen can be difficult. They may not be accustomed to exercising, they may not see what the big fuss is about, or there may even be some trepidation about trying something new.