Assisted living facilities should address people’s medical and mental health needs. Older and...
Living well
The benefits of eating cooked vegetables
When I was growing up, my mother always taught me that vegetables lost their nutrients when cooked...
Live alone? How to make sure you have the supports to get the...
Over the years, I’ve written about the importance of having a health care buddy, someone whom...
Is your hair thinning? Here’s what to do
As we age, it’s very common for both men and women to experience hair loss. Is your hair...
Should you brush your teeth before or after breakfast
Have you ever thought about whether you should brush your teeth before or after breakfast? Lots of...
How to clip your toenails
Daily foot care is key to keep your feet feeling good. In addition to tending to infections between...
If you’re worried about the environment, consider being...
Would you rather be buried or cremated when you die? If you feel the way I do, the answer is...
How sweet is your diet?
Our brains are programmed to love sugar. And, sugar is in all foods with carbohydrates, including...
Do you know about these free and low-cost benefits?
Judith Graham reports for Kaiser Health News on several programs that offer free and low-cost...
Five ways to ensure the people you love are safe and healthy
At least once a year, every caregiver should engage the older people they love in what can be...