Pain reduces the quality of a person’s life by preventing him or her from performing the activities of daily living. Pain is the reason many people slow down as they … Continue reading Half of Older Americans Slowed by Bothersome Pain →

When her son and daughter-in-law had to give up their two-year-old to foster care because they weren’t able to care for her, Rhonda flew from Baltimore to Tucson to retrieve … Continue reading Grandfamilies Find New Challenges, Satisfaction →

In the 1920s, the respiratory disease diphtheria was one of parents’ biggest fears for their children. In the United States, an estimated 100,000-200,000 cases of diphtheria per year caused 13,000-15,000 … Continue reading Four Vaccines Urged for Seniors →

Senior care providers always work hard to provide a safe, comfortable environment for the elderly. Despite even the best efforts, dangers still lurk in many homes and assisted living facilities. … Continue reading Five Home Dangers Senior Care Providers Should Know →

A recent Investor Trust Study showed that only 52 percent of investors trust the financial services industry. Who can blame them? With all the scandals and media attention on those … Continue reading Financial Advisors: Who Can You Trust? →