Archive for category: Caregivers

Every fall, Medicare has an Open Enrollment period from October 15 through December 7. Many older adults tune this out, figuring their coverage is probably ok. But this is a big mistake, and is part o...

“Doctor, do you diagnose dementia? Because I need someone who can diagnose dementia.” A man asked me this question a while back. He explained that his 86-year-old father, who lived in the Bay Area, ha...

Worried about falls in an older person? You’re right to be concerned, especially if the older person has already experienced a fall. Research suggests that falling once doubles your chance of falling ...

Have you heard of Ativan (generic name lorazepam), and of the risks of benzodiazepines drugs in older adults? Is an older person you care for taking prescription medication for sleep, anxiety, or “ner...

You probably already know that many older adults develop problems managing finances as they age. Now how would you answer the questions below: Has your aging parent planned for a decline in financial...

Have you or an older parent been told that your A1C is too high — or that it’s time to add another diabetes medication? If so, you may assume that the goal should be to get blood sugar as low as possi...

Have you or an older parent been told that your A1C is too high — or that it’s time to add another diabetes medication? If so, you may assume that the goal should be to get blood sugar as low as possi...