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…
Insurance may cover cost of lost food
Q: My mother and her neighbors were without electricity for more than 4 days. All of the food in the refrigerator was spoiled and had to be thrown out. Her…
March is Brain Injury Awareness Month!
I thought I would first start with sharing a personal story with you. This is Jim’s story and he shares his experience following his brain injury and how the Brain…
Take steps to avoid social isolation after move
Q: Over the past year I have been giving serious thought to relocating to a warmer climate. My friends and family don’t think this is a good idea since I…