Parkinson’s disease (PD) is largely a disease of aging. According to the National Institutes of Health, the average age for people contracting it is 60, and people’s risk of getting PD rises […]

As the baby boomer generation ages, more are becoming single again and wondering what’s next. Death of a spouse or divorce not only leaves more men and women alone, but […]

As a family caregiver for an elderly loved one, you may find yourself thinking of your loved one every waking minute. You may be dreaming about taking care of them […]

There are many advantages inherent in choosing a private duty nurse, especially when managing pediatric health care, care for the elderly, or for those with long-term illnesses. Private duty nursing usually entails […]

Allergy season is in full effect and many people are suffering from sneezing, sniffling and watery eyes. The elderly population is usually one of the hardest hit groups with allergies. […]

Whether you are 20 or 80 years old, the most challenging part of finding love can often be just that – actually finding someone. Typically those over 60 have eliminated […]

Private duty nurses are health care professionals who are contracted by a medical center or agency to provide round the clock care for their patients’ health care needs. Typically, these types […]

Hiring an at home private duty nurse is a big decision. You are putting your trust into the hands of someone you don’t know very well, and hoping that they will provide […]

Someone once said that “youth is wasted on the young,” but anyone who has lived a long, full life might surely disagree. There is great satisfaction in having worked hard or […]

There are various services out there that offer companions for the elderly, such as Best Care. Although you might have never thought about hiring a companion for your elderly parent or […]