Monthly Archives: November 2011

Understanding a Dementia Diagnosis

What is Dementia? Dementia is a term that doctors use to describe what happens when someones brain stops working properly. People with dementia become forgetful and confused. Many of us forget things as we grow older. But for people with … Continue reading

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Lowering the risk of Dementia and Alzheimer’s by consuming more Vitamin E

According to an article posted by www.seniorjournal.com,  consumer more Vitamin E through diet can lower one’s risk of devolping dementia and Alzheimers. Read below to find out about this study. “Consuming more vitamin E through the diet appears to be associated … Continue reading

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When Do Seniors Need Help With Their Finances?

Parents may need help if one or both of them are dealing with ongoing illness. And if one parent dies, the remaining parent likely will need help with finances. The adult children may pick up on other signals. Perhaps their … Continue reading

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