Category Archives: Elder Care

The Healthy Effects of Hugging for Senior Citizens

National Hugging Day was Tuesday, January 21, 2020! This comforting holiday is for both the young and old because everyone can benefit from a hug. The simple act of hugging has impressive psychological and physical effects on our body and …

Breast Cancer in Seniors: Early Detection is Still Critical

When detected early, breast cancer is treated successfully 98% of the time. The good news continues as researchers continue to report impressive gains in the detection, diagnosis, and treatment of breast cancer. For example, according to the Mayo Clinic, the …

Five ways to help the elderly during the winter!

Tips to Help Elderly in the Winter! With the recent winter weather many of our clients have experience additional limitations in their care management and support services, especially those that are homebound. According to Boston Magazine there are 5 key …

Spring Cleaning Tips for your Elderly Loved Ones

Spring Cleaning Tips for your Elderly Loved Ones Even though we are almost into the summer season, it’s not too late to help your loved one get a bit of spring cleaning done before summer hits. In article written by Joan …

Talking with an Elder Driver

Currently, there are more than 30 million licensed drivers age 65 or older. That statistic is growing as the population of 65 and older is the fastest growing demographic in the US. After the age of 75, the risk motorist …

Tips for Caring for Older Adults During the Winter Months

With the recent polar vortexes and more arctic blasts on the way, here are some important winter safety tips for older adults. When the temperature drops, older adults run a higher risk of health problems and injuries related to the …

12 Summer Safety Tips for Elderly

This is an excerpt from Gillian Kruse article on www.care.com entitled “12 Summer Safety Tips for the Elderly”. At Browning Geriatric Consulting we see firsthand how much fun the summertime can be for our clients. However, for Upstate Seniors proper precautions …