by Ashlyn Byrd | Jan 18, 2019 | Aging Resources
Communicating well with the doctor is crucial to ensure the well-being of your health. With proper communication between patient and doctor, there will be less misunderstandings and it can ensure that proper treatment will be in place. As patients, we are to be...
by Ashlyn Byrd | Jan 16, 2019 | Aging Resources
As we age, our immune system begins to not function as well compared to our younger years. As a result, our immune system does not respond as well, and we become sick faster and easier. Changes that can occur include: Vaccines may not work as well Slow body healing An...
by Ashlyn Byrd | Dec 9, 2018 | Aging Resources
Driving during the holidays can present many challenges. Since it is colder outside, roads and icy conditions will make it harder to drive to see your loved ones during Christmas. During the holiday season, it is important to: Take your car into the shop to make sure...
by Ashlyn Byrd | Dec 7, 2018 | Aging Resources
It is hard to comfort a person who is grieving and it can be hard to find the right words to say after a person passes away. Here are tips to help comfort a loved one: It can be tempting to ramble, but the most important thing is to let them know that they are being...
by Ashlyn Byrd | Dec 5, 2018 | Aging Resources, Caregiver Resources
The holidays are a time of giving and helping others. Sometimes it is hard to have excitement especially if we are lonely and sad. The best part about Christmas is that it helps you get outdoors and warm your heart. Here is a list of activities to help get in the...
by Ashlyn Byrd | Nov 19, 2018 | Aging Resources
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) affects many older adults across the United States. COPD is a progressive disease which causes damage to a person’s lungs. A person usually figures it to be “shortness of breath” and ignores it, causing it to progress...
