Your kidneys are responsible for filtering your blood. These vital organs clean 200 liters of blood a day. They also…
Seniors often struggle with mental tasks such as multitasking, clear thinking, and planning. These are complex skills that require an…
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) affects roughly 37 percent of people over the age of 75. Loss of vision and its…
American Heart Month has taken place since 1964, when it was established by President Lyndon B. Johnson. More than 40…
If you have leftover or unused medications, you must dispose of them safely. The advice for many years was simply…
Correct use of medication is a common concern in elder care. Many seniors receive prescriptions from multiple doctors, and often…
Shepherd’s Staff In-home Care caregiver Jim shared this story about his client, a Vietnam war veteran: John, a 70-year-old Vietnam…
Telling your story can be a magical gift for your loved ones. I’ll never forget the day I stumbled across…
Donors beware. Holiday time is traditionally a time for giving, but donors need to be aware that there are scam…
About eight million Americans have balance problems and one in three Americans over age 65 will fall every year. Injuries…
