Mother’s Day can take on a new meaning for adult children who are their mom’s full-time caregiver. Like any celebration, the pressure of finding the perfect gift or making reservations at her favorite restaurant can contribute to an already stressful role in caregiving. Try these five simple ways to celebrate with your mom that won’t add to your daily stress.

Are you concerned that your loved one isn’t getting the right nutrients in their diet? Answer these six questions to help identify the problem, and then use the seven steps we've outlined to help move toward healthier nutrition. 

New research confirms the need for older adults to continue a regular exercise plan in order to prevent falls. Use these suggestions to help set goals and stick with a plan.

During all stages of life, your body has special nutritional needs that should be addressed to remain healthy. Here are four tips for active seniors.

Spring cleaning is a time of renewal – out with the old, in with the new. For caregivers, spring cleaning is also a time for planning ahead and being prepared for the remainder of the year. We've outlined key ways you can clean up your caregiving routine.

Few people who know someone living with a form of dementia grasp the science behind how the brain is affected. Experts say that by increasing our knowledge of the brain's functions, we can more effectively approach caring for those struggling to live with this disease every day.

Stroke recovery has come a long way because of specialty care and rehabilitation and education on how to identify strokes as they’re happening to help people get care faster and Now, more than seven million people survive strokes each year. Learn what you can expect from stroke rehabilitation.

With more than one in three American adults classified as obese, nearly one in four adults living with diabetes, and heart disease accounting for one in every four deaths in America each year, nutrition and exercise have never been more important. Learn how Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDN) are using nutrition to take an active role in preventing diseases and as a therapeutic agent in the management of chronic disease.

 

Medications can be essential in your care to help you recover from an illness or surgery, manage conditions or treat a disease. While beneficial, there could still be significant risks even when the right medications are prescribed. Here are six tips to help make sure you or a loved one are getting the benefits of the medications while limiting risks.

When you’re caring for someone you love, it’s easy to forget that you also have needs. You may tend to put them aside in favor of being in the moment and staying on top of your commitment to our loved one. But this situation can unfortunately add challenges to your situation, leading to incidents of exhaustion, burnout, depression and even illness and disease.