Most people are aware that Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s are two prevalent diseases among the elderly. New reports suggest another disease is lurking under the radar. Approximately 1.3 million people are…
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When it is Time to Take the Car Keys Away: The Advance Driving Directive
…mental impairments that accompany aging, such as Parkinson’s disease or Alzheimer’s or other types of dementia, can compromise driving agility and judgment. Vision Impairment: From accurately reading the speedometer to…
Ask the Expert: Making Our Home Safe for Dad
Q. We just found out that my father, Barry, will be moving in with us in the new year. He is in his 70’s, has Parkinson’s, arthritis, and is in…
VA Expanding Benefits for Traumatic Brain Injury
…also has Parkinson’s, dementia, depression, unprovoked seizures, or certain diseases of the hypothalamus and pituitary glands, you now have an easier path to receive additional disability pay under new regulations…
Yellow Dot on Car Can Save Your Life
…emergency personnel know that she is diabetic and that I have Parkinson’s Disease? What if we are hurt or shaken up and cannot communicate with the first responders? A. A…
Will You Go Broke Paying for Long-Term Care?
…DC Metro area. Whether suffering from the after-effects of a stroke or a debilitating disease such as Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s, long-term care is catastrophically costly — and the costs keep…
Overcoming Loneliness and Depression
…unnecessary suffering and lost opportunities to age well. This is because depression in seniors often occurs in connection with other illnesses. For example, Parkinson’s disease (which Robin Williams also suffered…
“Hide” is a Four-Letter Word
…and other types of dementias; Parkinson’s disease and other types of degenerative disorders of the central nervous system; Huntington’s disease, ALS (big in the news these days because of the…
Sandwich Generation: How to Survive Financially
…Parkinson’s. We are particularly concerned about saving for college for our children and for our own retirement, while helping my father live safely and comfortably with all the assistance he…
Embracing Green Living as we Age
…my mother has had a hard time living alone. She was diagnosed with Parkinson’s seven years ago and has trouble speaking, limited mobility, and needs help with activities of daily…
Caregiving Across the Miles
Q. I live in Northern Virginia, 700 miles away from my parents, who are in Florida. My father has Parkinson’s and insists on staying in our family home. His mobility…
Stricter Law for Mature Drivers Goes into Effect in VA on New Years
…Find guides for driving when you have (or have had) arthritis, cataracts, diabetes, glaucoma, macular degeneration, Parkinson’s disease, seizures, or stroke. (National Highway Traffic Safety Organization) Older driver safety tips…
Is Tai Chi for Me?
…symptoms of arthritis reducing stress improving balance providing pain relief enhancing flexibility easing symptoms of Parkinson’s disease improves feeling of overall well-being Senior citizens who experience degenerative conditions can benefit…
Veterans: Don’t Miss Out On Benefits
Q. My 72-year old father, Phil, served during the Vietnam War, and suffers from Parkinson’s Disease and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). My mother, Ruth, is his caregiver. They live…
$10,000 a month! Why don’t they take it seriously?
Q. My parents are in their 70’s and I am a caregiver for them, while working part-time and raising a family. My father has had Parkinson’s for fifteen years and…
What Happens When Caregivers Are Too Sick To Perform Their Duties?
Q. I am a caregiver for my husband, Ed, who has had Parkinson’s disease for fifteen years. While fully coherent, his physical capabilities have been greatly reduced. Confined mainly to…
Are they Senior Moments or is it Dementia?
…with a myriad of symptoms. The most common type of dementia is Alzheimer’s disease. Other types of dementia include: Lewy body dementia; dementia brought on by Parkinson’s disease; vascular dementia…
Will Medicare Cover Telehealth?
Laura, age 72, suffers from Parkinson’s disease, arthritis, and diabetes. On a snowy afternoon, she sits on her bed watching her favorite court television programs. At 3:30 p.m., it’s…
Is it Dementia or Adult ADHD?
…research from Argentina. LBD symptoms include cognitive impairment, in addition to visual hallucinations, fluctuation in cognition, and motor abnormalities similar to those in Parkinson’s disease patients. To conduct the study,…
Military Caregivers: Challenges and Strategies
…live far away, and my father needs assistance now. He has Parkinson’s Disease, post-traumatic stress disorder, and is depressed over the loss of my mom. I reduced my hours last…
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