Wondering how to know if an aging parent needs help? Or trying to find out what to do when they need help? Dr. K explains exactly what warning signs to check…
Is Your Aging Parent OK? What to check & how to talk about it Read More »
Happy holidays! Dr. K shares four gifts for aging adults plus four recommendations for someone who has Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. Plus links to her favorite gift lists on…
8 Great Gift Ideas for Older Adults & Family Caregivers Read More »
Constipation is not a glamorous topic, but it’s certainly important, especially in older adults. As anyone who has experienced occasional — or even chronic — constipation can tell you, it can…
How to Evaluate, Prevent & Manage Constipation in Aging Read More »
Most of us can relate to feeling sad or blue, sometimes for days at a time. It may be in response to a major life event like losing a job, a…
Depression in Aging: Diagnosis & Treatment When the Golden Years are Blue Read More »
Unintentional weight loss is a major red flag, when it comes to the health of older adults. Learn when to be concerned, what the common causes are, and how to manage…
Q&A: What to Do About Unintentional Weight Loss Read More »
Have you been concerned about falls for yourself, or for an aging parent? If so, do you know if any of your medications might be increasing your risk for falls? In…
Preventing Falls: 10 Types of Medications to Review if You’re Concerned About Falling Read More »
October 15 – Dec 7 is Medicare Open Enrollment! Make sure you (or your aging parents) understand which type of Medicare you have and whether it’s a good fit for your…
Medicare: The ABCDs to Know & Tips for Open Enrollment Read More »
It’s that time of the year: fall, which I think of as flu vaccination time. I always think getting a flu vaccine is a good idea for most older adults. In…
Flu Shots for Older Adults During COVID Times: What to Know & Do for 2022 Read More »
People of all older ages often tell me they hope to age in place. Meaning, they want to be able to remain in their home and community, even as time brings…
5 Ways to Help Someone Age in Place Read More »
A while back, I wrote an article on cerebral small vessel disease, a very common condition in which the small blood vessels of the brain develop signs of damage. If you’re…