Dear Raider, My mom has Parkinson’s disease. We live a half hour away and try to see her as much as we can. I think having a pet will help her to stay active and feel loved. We always had miniature poodles growing up. Do you … [Read more...]
Stress Relief Tips for Seniors and Caregivers During Stress Awareness Month
Dear Angel, I have been incredibly stressed lately. I’m a caregiver for my mother and my children, and want to be the best I can be. What are some ways to alleviate this stress? Thanks so much for your help! Anders … [Read more...]
Is Light Therapy an Effective Treatment for Dementia?
Dear Hayek, I heard that photo therapy, or light therapy, is a safe, non-invasive, and inexpensive way of boosting cognition for patients with dementia. This seems fascinating to me and I’m wondering if you have heard anything … [Read more...]
What Temple Grandin Thinks You Should Know About Autism
Dear Angel, My son was recently diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and I understand that April is Autism Acceptance Month. I don’t know much about ASD. Is there anything you can share to help my … [Read more...]
Do Marriage and Children Reduce Your Risk of Dementia?
Dear Raider, I heard somewhere that marriage and children can help lower your risk of dementia. I hope this is true. I’ve been married to my husband for 50 years this year, and we have children, grandchildren, and even a … [Read more...]
How Do You Get a Loved One to Wear a Fall Prevention Device?
Dear Angel, I am thinking of buying my mother a smartwatch with fall prevention features on it for her birthday, but I'm worried she won't wear it. What is the likelihood that seniors in general actually wear these … [Read more...]
Making your Own Luck this St. Patrick’s Day!
Dear Hayek, Happy St. Patrick’s Day! I’m feeling very lucky this year. I met the love of my life and I feel like the third time is the charm. We are getting married and blending our families. I do believe in luck, but I also … [Read more...]
Nonpharmacological Tips to Help with Sleep
Dear Angel, I have been having trouble sleeping at night. I heard that lack of sleep can cause memory problems and possibly even increase your risk of dementia. As a cat, you likely sleep a lot. Can you recommend any … [Read more...]
Property Tax Exemptions for Veteran Homeowners
Dear Raider, Home values went up so much last year that our property taxes have increased dramatically. My husband is a disabled veteran. Are there any programs where disabled veterans can get a property tax break or even have … [Read more...]
Why Should Gen Z’s and Millennials Care about Social Security?
Dear Oakley, I was born in 1997 and am therefore considered Gen Z. My wife, who is two years older and a millennial, and I are many decades away from retirement. When it comes to my generation and my wife’s, why should we be … [Read more...]
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