There is no right way to mourn the loss of a partner. Combating depression after the death of a spouse is difficult but there are many ways to fight it.

Shield HealthCare is celebrating its 16th Caregiver Contest by asking “What advice would you give a fellow caregiver?” Enter to win!

Handling the angry side of Alzheimer's can be difficult for caregivers, but there are many ways to calm a patient. For example,

There are many ways to reduce the risk of falls, but the six most simple strategies are outlined below: Make appointments with your doctor to...

Recently, oral hygiene has come into the spotlight because many of the ailments associated with poor oral health can be linked to other chronic diseases.

Caregivers are more likely to develop feelings of anger, loneliness or sadness. These feelings are warning signs of caregiver depression.

Caregiving can be a physically strenuous job. Besides taking care of your patient, caregivers need to take care of their own health. Follow these guidelines

Recognizing the signs it's time for a nursing home is key to the health and quality of life of your loved one. Here are the questions to ask yourself.

The most important difference between dementia and Alzheimer's that dementia is a set of symptoms while Alzheimer's is a disease.

Traveling is a great way for seniors to enjoy their retirement but planning is important. Read our travel tips for seniors.