Caring for a parent with dementia is one of the most emotionally complex journeys you can take. It’s not just about managing their day-to-day needs—it’s about navigating grief, exhaustion, and a ...

Taking care of middle-aged patients means we doctors occasionally encounter one who is in distress because a parent has been ...

Dear Eric: This morning, while reading “Caught in the Middle” I raced to the computer to add to your advice about family members who want to come visit despite the letter writer’s spouse’s advancing ...

Starting the conversation early, staying calm, and respecting their needs can help you navigate your elderly parent’s seemingly irrational behavior and their refusal of the help they require. Right ...

It is important to take seriously the challenges we face in life. However, taking it all in stride has a host of benefits and is highly recommended. There is a delicate balance between the two. The ...

Recently, I took Mom to an emergency dental appointment. We pulled up next to the Spokane Party Bus. Hoping to mitigate her anxiety, I asked, “Wanna get on the Party Bus?” “No thanks,” she replied.

If you find yourself dealing with negative elderly parents, there are steps you can take to find the cause and try to resolve the situation.

Technology is available to assist with nearly every facet of modern life, including helping prevent people with dementia from wandering and alerting their caregivers when they do. Studies have found ...