If you’ve been asked to speak at a funeral or memorial service, use these guidelines to write a meaningful eulogy about a friend or loved one.

A simple request during your loved one’s next doctor’s appointment can make a significant difference in how you help manage their care.

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and vitamin D deficiency can have damaging effects on older adults’ physical and mental health. Learn about the signs of these conditions and their treatments to ensure your loved one has a happy and healthy winter.

A large number of hospitalizations of people with dementia may be preventable. People with dementia may be more likely to make avoidable trips to the hospital, needlessly putting their health and well-being at risk.

Starting a yoga practice can help maintain the natural connections between your brain, body and breath. Begin your personal journey to achieving physical and mental balance.

An elderly person's life expectancy may be able to be gauged by a website. Special programs use studies and statistics to estimate a person's life expectancy.

New research on dementia emerges constantly, but how can you differentiate legitimate scientific breakthroughs from publicity and hype? Alzheimer’s caregivers can use these simple tips to view health news through a critical lens.

A regular yoga practice can provide a number of physical and mental benefits to an elderly person. There are many benefits to yoga that make it one of the best exercise regimens for seniors.

The relationship between an elderly patient and doctor shifts when a caregiver is in the exam room. Caregivers often wonder whether they should go to doctor's visits with their elderly loved one- research says they should stay.

The 2012 National Alzheimer’s Plan Proposal is an action plan to research, prevent and effectively treat Alzheimer’s disease by 2025.

Learn how to recognize the subtle signs of increasing stress, understand your limits and maintain honest self-awareness throughout the caregiving journey to stop burnout in its tracks.

These smart phone applications can help you lower your stress levels, manage your loved one’s medications, improve your memory, and even find something to cook for dinner.

Retirees can make mistakes managing their financial situation when it comes to retirement. Finances can be tricky to handle once you retire and sometimes require the expertise of a professional.

Common criticisms of adult day care stem from misdirected comparisons to babysitting and institutional care. Most modern senior centers are working to dispel these myths by refining their services and encouraging seniors’ independence.

Adult day care gives caregivers a much-needed break and provides aging loved ones with valuable social and recreational opportunities. Catch a glimpse of what a typical day is like for an elder attending an adult day center.

A confrontational nurse or an overbearing doctor can make appointments unpleasant, scary and even dangerous for a senior and their caregiver. Research indicates that overbearing doctors whose demeanor discourages communication has a negative effect on the quality of care a person receives.

Lack of knowledge about Medicare's offerings can lead to serious problems for seniors. Seniors who don't know the parameters of their plan are probably not taking full advantage of the benefits Medicare offers.

Coupon websites like Groupon and LivingSocial are starting to offer discounts on certain types of medical procedures, including dental care, flu shots, and eye exams. But, is it really safe to seek discounted care from an unknown doctor?

Seniors and caregivers are missing out on the financial aid they can get while caring for an elder. A lack of knowledge about Medicare and other government benefits is causing seniors to miss out on a number of useful programs and financial aid.

Doctors may not always be honest with their patients. Some doctors refuse to tell their patients the whole truth and may even lie to a patient.