International Day of Persons with Disabilities encourages families and caregivers to provide personalized care that respects the individual needs, preferences, and abilities of older adults
Families should watch for warning signs such as difficulty seeing road signs, slower reaction times, confusion while driving, frequent close calls, and trouble managing traffic
Older adults living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can often breathe more comfortably by making simple changes to their daily routines. Avoiding smoke and
National Gratitude Month, observed throughout November, encourages people to recognize and appreciate the individuals, experiences, and relationships that enrich their lives. For older adults, expressing
Families should talk about their medical past during National Family Health History Day because understanding the health conditions experienced by relatives can help identify potential
World Pneumonia Day, observed on November 12, is an important reminder that pneumonia can be particularly serious for older adults. As people age, changes in
Breathing changes should become a concern when shortness of breath, coughing, wheezing, or changes in mucus become new, persistent, or noticeably worse than usual. During
GERD Awareness Week can help older adults recognize when frequent heartburn, acid reflux, swallowing difficulties, or other digestive symptoms deserve attention. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
Nurse Practitioner Week can remind older adults that managing chronic health conditions usually requires ongoing attention rather than waiting until symptoms become serious. Nurse practitioners
Thanksgiving gatherings can help families notice changes in an older loved one’s care needs because relatives often spend more time together than they do during
