Brookdale Blogs

It’s National American Diabetes Association Alert Day! This day is especially important for seniors since they are at risk of developing health related complications from Type 2 diabetes if not diagnosed and managed.

As the daughter of an extraordinary woman living with Alzheimer’s, often people will ask me if I am also ‘Marlene’s caregiver.’ I’ve always struggled with the title.

When you’re taking care of a loved one living with Alzheimer’s or dementia, that role can (and must) be considered differently than other situations in order for it to be successful and healthy. This role has many names—caregiver, caretaker or care partner.

I have just returned from the first Dementia Action Alliance Conference: Re-Imagine Life with Dementia in Atlanta and I feel strongly compelled to share my experience.

Aging is associated with changes in our vision and in the structure of our eye, but our chances of developing an eye disorder also increases with age.

Take a closer look at how technology can help seniors connect with others and build stronger social circles.