by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Sep 23, 2013 | Sentinel Articles, Uncategorized
Are You Planning To “Hit the Road” This Fall? Fall is a beautiful time to travel with cooler weather, fewer crowds, and lower prices. While travel offers opportunities to see new places, experience different cultures, learn about topics of interest, or just relax,...
by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Sep 3, 2013 | Estate Planning, Sentinel Articles
Planning Ahead for Fido and Fluffy Do you think of your pets as property or members of the family? What would happen to your pets if you suddenly became unable to care for them, or even make decisions about their care? Many individuals turn to trusted family members...
by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Aug 19, 2013 | Alzheimer's and Dementia, Caregiver Support, Health Care System, Sentinel Articles
The words dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease are often used interchangeably. Exactly what do these terms mean? Let’s start with dementia. Dementia is not a specific disease. It is a condition in which a set of symptoms exist that cause individuals to have difficulty...
by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Aug 12, 2013 | Caregiver Support, Health Care System, Sentinel Articles
How many pills do YOU take every day? Do you know their names and what they are for? Have you ever changed the dose of your medication yourself (used a little more or a little less, depending on how you were feeling)? A large number of older adults take one or more...
by Karen Kaslow, RN, BSN | Jul 22, 2013 | Alzheimer's and Dementia, Caregiver Support, Sentinel Articles
Natural changes in an individual’s physical and cognitive state occur as a result of aging. But does depression naturally follow these changes? Decreased muscle strength and flexibility, wrinkled skin and vision changes are just a few of the common physical changes...
