The majority of the senior population have at least one chronic illness, defined as a permanently altered state of health that significantly affects daily living. Examples include arthritis, osteoporosis, diabetes, [...]
Funds will help to provide in-home care for this at-risk population Silver Spring, MD (PRWEB) August 01, 2016 The Family & Nursing Care Foundation, a fund of the Community Foundation [...]
Although it has rewards, caring for a frail or ill older relative can be physically, psychologically and emotionally demanding. The caregiving journey is particularly challenging when it continues over a [...]
By Lisa M. Petsche Many people look forward to the mild temperatures and increased daylight of summer, which positively affect their mood and allow new opportunities for enjoyment, especially outdoors. [...]
When the relative you are caring for must attend a medical appointment, planning ahead is crucial, especially if they have special healthcare needs. You need to be prepared not only [...]
To download this article, click here Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive disorder involving damage to nerve cells in the brain that control muscle movement. According to the American Parkinson [...]
PLANO, TX — The National Business Research Institute (NBRI) is pleased to confer the distinction of Customer Excellence upon Family & Nursing Care and welcomes this organization to the NBRI [...]
Caring for an aging relative typically involves physical, psychological, emotional and financial demands. There aren’t enough hours in the day for caregivers to get everything done, let alone spend time [...]
Much is written about caring for aging relatives, offering general advice and specific tips to family caregivers. For any particular family caregiver, some information and ideas may resonate and ultimately [...]
As people age, their diets may need to change, especially if their diets are not well-balanced. According to Ruth Frechman, registered dietitian and spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association, in addition to eating a [...]
