Elder Care Cafe

As most of us are aware, as we age we experience numerous changes in our body. Quite often one of those changes is our sense of smell. Unfortunately, any change in our sense of smell can also affect our enjoyment of what we eat and drink, as well as how we eat and what nutrients [...]

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In most cases, caregivers are usually family members who have a vested interest in caring for a loved one or are placed in a position where there is no one else to take care of the person. Also, most of the time they perform their care giving duties not for pay, but out of love, [...]

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Because this is the end of the year and the beginning of our next yearly adventure, I wanted to take the opportunity to thank all of you who have visited this site, participated in any way, and passed on the link to others. You are very much appreciated. We have not been without struggles this [...]

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What are assistive devices and how important are they for seniors? Assistive devices help the elderly to remain active yet safe. They include but are not limited to canes, bath safety devices like grab bars and even hip protectors. You would be amazed at the number of assistive devices available on the market that can [...]

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Every once in a while a book comes across my virtual desk that just rocks my emotional world. As a long time caregiver for my elderly father, I know the stress and strain on our daily lives that care giving can exact. When I started reading this book, I knew the author was on my [...]

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Ginger curry, cigarettes and a happy marriage, are just some of the things people say have helped them live longer than others. However, incorporating exercise into your lifestyle is very beneficial and you are never too old to exercise.  Some say it is the key to staying vibrant, healthy and fit, which could help longevity. [...]

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Today we are celebrating my father’s 89th birthday. My brother and sister came into town from southern Illinois and Utah for the occasion, as did other family members from around Michigan. It was great to see everyone together. We spent quite a bit of time swapping stories, then went out to a late lunch at [...]

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Blog Action Day is a special day once a year that is set aside to remind people of the hunger and famine issues around the world. Although there are many organizations involved, including such groups as Save the Children and GreenPeace, what has really propelled Blog Action Day are the Bloggers around the world. There are [...]

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 Anyone who reads the newspaper or listens to news broadcasts understands the sometimes rampant crime that can occur in our neighborhoods. Senior safety is of the utmost importance to our aging Americans so that we can help keep them out of harm’s way, especially those who live alone. There is always a nagging thought in [...]

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According to statistics, accidents are the major cause of most health problems and can even cause the death of our aging seniors. As we age our bodies begin to fail us and our limbs are no longer strong and supple.  The simple act of tripping over some object that has been carelessly left on the [...]

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Recently someone sent me an email asking if I would link to their site. When someone asks me that I always check out the site to see if it is something I would want to promote. In this case, she was honest about the fact that it was a website directed specifically to seniors who [...]

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We are offering a guest post today that I think is timely, especially after our recent successful move from Texas to Michigan. The attention to detail especially makes this a great article for anyone who plans on traveling with a senior citizen anytime soon. Written by Teena Celis - read more about who she is at [...]

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Growing old does not mean that we have to stop living and wait to die, on the contrary it means that we can continue to live life to the fullest. Many seniors experience their body slowing down, feeling tired earlier than they used to, and a growing number of aches and pains. After all, that [...]

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Many people are susceptible to phone scams whether they live alone or not – especially seniors. In fact, anyone who answers a telephone can get caught up in a conversation that could cost them money and embarrassment. Phone solicitation is not just a problem for senior citizens.  But the elderly are especially vulnerable because they [...]

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As most of us are aware, about the time we reach the age of 40 our bodies have already started to experience all sorts of problems. By the time we are senior citizens, we can only long for the body we had several decades ago. However, no matter where we are at physically, there are [...]

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