Q – My elderly mother, who lives alone in Phoenix, neglects her nutrition because she says food doesn’t taste like it used to, and since my father passed away she doesn’t bother to cook for herself. I worry about her health with all the processed … Continue reading →

Q1 – My elderly mother from Phoenix has been looking into vacation options for seniors. Are cruises a good option for seniors looking to take a vacation? What are the benefits? A1 – Cruises for the senior demographic are great vacation options for seniors for … Continue reading →

Our blog post features David Parker from Your Reverse Mortgage Resource I talk with a lot of retirees in my capacity as a loan officer specializing in reverse mortgages. While you would think you could make a simple calculation and figure out a “magic” number … Continue reading →

Q – I’m a family caregiver for an elderly grandparent in Phoenix. At the caregiver support group I attend, someone introduced the idea of a geriatric assessment. What does it involve and how could it benefit my grandparent? A – First of all, it’s very … Continue reading →

Q – I suspect that my elderly grandfather, who has an elder care provider assisting him in his home in Phoenix might be a victim of home care negligence. He doesn’t seem to get along with his caregiver and is reluctant to look her in … Continue reading →

Q1 – How can a senior find a doctor? A1 – The American Medical Association Doctor Finder is a directory of American doctors that includes their history as medical professionals. Find doctors that are located in your local area, but make the final decision based … Continue reading →

Q – I am a caregiver for my elderly father in Phoenix. He seems to tire of the meals I serve him, and I’m looking for some healthy, new ideas to make for him this summer. We are on a more limited food budget, and … Continue reading →

This is a subject you will need to discuss first and foremost with your doctor.  But here’s an interesting piece of news: Aerobic exercise training appears safe for patients with heart failure and was associated with a modest reduction in the risk of death and … Continue reading →

This summer in Phoenix, take advantage of the availability of fresh produce from farmer’s markets in the area, and even in your local grocery store. With so many delicious and healthy fruits and vegetables in season, summer is a great time to ensure that you … Continue reading →

Home care negligence is unfortunately a sad reality that exists in the Phoenix elder care industry. While negligence and elder abuse often occur at the hands of senior care providers in nursing homes and assisted living facilities; these problems can occur in a senior’s home … Continue reading →