Technology bringing the doctor to our smart devices, including our phones and tablets, for a virtual telemedicine visit is a frequent topic of discussion at Senior Care Corner®. Now we can link technology with physician house calls through KallDoc.

Spillage is a part of life for many senior adults. ‘Bibs’ are not very age appropriate but sometimes needed to keep their clothes clean and letting seniors continue to feed themselves. That is where The Snarf Scarf fills the gap for many seniors and ca...

Long-established habits, routines, likes and dislikes are common in senior adults. Adherence to those can often make the difference between good and bad days, especially for those with Alzheimer's disease or other dementia.

Choosing the right nursing home to be the next home for a senior loved one is a stressful process for family caregivers. In this episode of the Senior Care Corner show, we bring you insights and tips from an advocate who has helped many caregivers.

4.8 million senior adults in the US face food insecurity. Is it possible your senior loved ones are included in that number without you realizing it? How would you know? If they are, what could you do to help them?

Seniors and dogs can be a great combination, especially for those seniors aging in place on their own. The companionship of a dog or other pet has been shown to provide real health benefits to seniors and help them avoid a feeling of isolation.

Holiday family gatherings, in addition to fun, socializing and maybe a bit of stress with loved ones who don’t often get together also provide an opportunity for family members to meet and discuss topics best addressed together.

12 million Americans need long term care services, a number certain to grow as the nation ages. Who will provide those services and where will we get the dollars to cover the costs? Good questions. In January 2013,

Family caregiver of senior loved ones is a role that knows no bounds of gender, age or ability — requiring only that one care enough to take actions that make better the lives of aging family members. It isn’t even necessary to be in the senior’s home,...

Nutrition is one of the keys to good health at all ages. We hear that all the time but not always clear signals about what proper nutrition entails. Eating right is especially important for seniors, whose changing health and needs make it particularly ...