Q. After a long wait an apartment in elder housing finally came available for my father. We thought it would be best to move him to be closer to where…
Living in denial and need some direction
Q. I should have written to you long ago, frankly I’ve been in denial and need some direction. My parents had been very active and independent until this past year….
Tips about staying healthy during this flu epidemic
Q. My elderly mother has several chronic conditions although she doesn’t let this slow her down. She remains quite active in her church, local senior center and a card group….
Feeling comfortable in home after spouse passing away
Q. I always thought of myself as a strong, independent woman. After my husband passed away I no longer feel safe in my own home. Every little noise at night…
Should I continue to take antibiotics prior to my dental visits?
Q. Following a total knee replacement the orthopedic surgeon prescribed amoxicillin to be taken prior to any dental work. The other day when I picked up the refill at the…
The temperature in my mom’s house was up to 80 degrees – It was so hot, I could hardly breathe.
Q. Due to my mother’s decline in both physical and cognitive health I make frequent trips to spend time with her and monitor her functional status. The last visit as…
Seek help for recovery from domestic abuse
Q. More than 40 years ago I was in an abusive relationship. Very few people are aware of the circumstances because I was embarrassed and ashamed of what was happening…
Last wishes can be source of family disputes
Many years ago my mother casually mentioned to me that she wanted to be cremated when she dies. My step-father was alive at the time and he was adamantly against…
It’s never too late to care for your heart
Q: As an aging adult I am sadly aware of the number of friends and relatives who have passed away over the last few years. What has come as a…
Beware of scams targeting the elderly
Q: Last Christmas several family members all pitched in to buy my elderly mother a top of the line laptop and printer. We thought this would be a good way…