The effects of aging can be felt throughout our body, but vision is perhaps the one thing where we can notice gradual decline. Blindness in adults is most commonly a result of aging, and once we get past 60, the…
Individuals can mourn someone who is still alive, often due to an illness such as late-stage cancer or dementia. Women, the traditional caregivers, often feel this emotional pain the most. One would think that the pain of long-term grief would…
Kathy Burhop joined the MD Senior Living team in 2020 as an occupational therapist. She continues to be a valued no-cost resource for our residents as she works with them on a 1 on 1 basis helping them to stay…
Spring is moving along. In some parts of the country, winter didn’t seem to want to relinquish its grip. The Northeast and the Northern Plains saw snow well into May. It was a difficult situation for millions of people, especially…
As a family medicine physician, geriatric health and wellness is a key focus in my practice. Research studies have shown a direct correlation between how an individual takes care of themselves through the years and the quality of life they…
When talking to your primary care physician about concerns you may have with your memory, you may want to ask how familiar he or she is with diagnosing dementia and whether there are circumstances in which they would refer you…
There are many chronic diseases that are common in older adults but luckily there are also ways to prevent and manage those diseases. High blood pressure is the most common disease that affects seniors and it frequently comes with no…
Inside your body, bones are the scaffolding that keep you standing upright. As you get older, these supports can weaken. And if they get too weak, you could wind up with a fracture. Let's talk about the bone-thinning condition called…
May is Family Reunion Month, but it may not feel like much to celebrate. Not this year. Even though some states are beginning to loosen up their stay-at-home restrictions, there’s a lot to be concerned about. For those at assisted…
As your elderly loved one gets older, they may start forgetting things. Whether this is due to dementia or aging, it can be tough on everyone. You and elderly care providers might find that your elderly loved one is repeating…