Monthly Archives: November 2012
Back Care Basics for the Elderly
Back pain is common in the elderly; it has a high likelihood of recovery and recurrence. Back pain can occur anywhere along the spine. But the lower back is the most common site for pain because it supports most of … Continue reading
A Senior’s Guide to Getting a Good Night’s Sleep
Sleep patterns change with age. Sleep problems in the elderly typically include difficulty falling asleep or sleeping soundly, sleeping too much, early-morning awakening, and less total sleep time. A mild deterioration in sleep quality may be normal in seniors, but … Continue reading
Alisi Wilbert: Caregiver of the Month
It takes a very special person to take care of someone else. Besides having the training and experience to care for others, Alisi is blessed with a set of intrinsic qualities that certain human beings possess and others do not: … Continue reading