Depression & Companionship for Seniors

Depression & Companionship for Seniors

It’s common for Elderly individuals to keep their depression bottled up inside. They feel that if they seek help for their depression, they’ll be sent off to a mental health institution or nursing home, losing their independence.  It’s a serious public health concern,...
Caregivers Help with Metastatic Prostate Cancer

Caregivers Help with Metastatic Prostate Cancer

Many men pride themselves in their pain tolerance, but the false notion that discussing such pain demonstrates weakness is simply preposterous. Pain stresses the human body, and it could lead to issues with your mental health as well. Whether it is you or your loved...
Arthritis Symptoms and Seasonal Changes

Arthritis Symptoms and Seasonal Changes

Weather and Arthritis Folklore holds that the weather can affect arthritis. While this has not been scientifically proven, it is the case for many people that have joint symptoms, such as pain and stiffness, rather than joint damage are influenced by weather. Weather...
Sundowner’s Syndrome Symptoms

Sundowner’s Syndrome Symptoms

Some elderly people with Alzheimer’s or Dementia will start showing agitation or restlessness in the late afternoon or early evening.  The cause of this condition isn’t well understood, but there are various symptoms that may indicate your loved one has Sundowner’s...