Thursday, December 31, 2009

Arthritis Supplements and Diet; Separating Fact and Fiction from Comfort Keepers Elder Care in Troy, MO

The pain of arthritis can be so severe that some people will buy and try anything that is touted to relieve the pain. But what really works and what doesn't? This article on WebMD can help sort it all out:

Arthritis Diets & Supplements: Do They Work?

Tuesday, December 29, 2009

Information on Cateracts from Comfort Keepers Senior Care in Troy, MO

A cataract is a clouding of the lens in the eye that affects vision. Most cataracts are related to aging, they are very common in older people but younger people can get them, too. By the age of 80 more than half of all American will either have a cataract or had cataract surgery. I have found a couple of websites with information about cataracts:

A Complete Guide to Cataracts

Facts About Cataracts

Thursday, December 24, 2009

Caring for Your Elderly Parents Finances in Troy, MO

Credit card debt among seniors is up 26 percent according to some studies. Problems with finances can arise even if your parents have always been responsible with their spending and budgets. Dementia, depression and other factors can affect their ability to make sound decisions. How can you tell if your parents are having financial troubles and what can you do about it if you suspect they are? Read the following article from MSNBC for some tips:

Helping aging parents dig out of debt

Tuesday, December 22, 2009

Taichi Exercise from Comfort Keepers Elderly Care in Troy, MO

Months ago I posted the link to some Taichi exercises for the elderly. This is the second video on Taichi for the your elderly loved one from the same source.

Wednesday, December 16, 2009

Gift Ideas for Elderly Loved Ones Comfort Keepers Home Care in Troy, MO

I just found this great list of ideas for gifts for senior family members. Can you come up with any more? Leave a comment!!

Gift Ideas for Your Aging Parent

Monday, December 14, 2009

Facts About Osteoporosis from Comfort Keepers Senior Care in Troy, MO

Osteoporosis causes bones to become weak and brittle. If it gets bad enough sometimes even mild stresses like bending over, or coughing can cause a fracture. The following website from the Mayo Clinic can help you understand more about this condition.

Osteoporosis