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What is Parkinson’s disease? Parkinson’s disease is a disorder of the central nervous system. A patient suffering from Parkinson’s disease will experience a loss of certain mental capabilities. The disease is categorized as a movement disorder; it affects the substantia nigra, the part of the brain that controls movement and muscle coordination. The nerve cells in…

Some change in memory is normal as we grow older, but the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease are more than simple lapses in memory. People with Alzheimer’s experience difficulties communicating, learning, thinking and reasoning — problems severe enough to have an impact on an individual’s work, social activities and family life. The Alzheimer’s Association has developed a checklist…

At some point in our lives we may ask ourselves: “If I die and have debt, who or what will be responsible for paying back those I owe?” The laws regarding debt after death are defined by each state so there isn’t a single answer to the question above for everyone. On most occasions, the…

  For many of us, along with exchanging gifts and celebrating traditions, the holidays are a time to feel the spirit of giving by sharing with the less fortunate. This year especially, the need is great and there are many fine organizations that can help ensure our gifts of money or goods get to those…

When you have a professional caregiver assisting your aging parent at home, communication is key. After all, your parent is one of the most important people in your life. Leaving him or her in someone else’s care can be stressful. So how do you make sure your parent is getting the care he or she…

Recognizing the Need for outside Help in Caregiving Caregivers often don’t recognize when they are in over their heads, and often get to a breaking point. After a prolonged period of time, caregiving can become too difficult to endure any longer. Short-term the caregiver can handle it. Long-term, help is needed.  Outside help at this…

They have established a designation for Realtors called Seniors Real Estate Specialists® (SRES®). To earn the designation a realtor goes through a comprehensive program which qualifies them to know how to work with seniors in the 50+ real estate market.

What Are The Symptoms Of COPD? Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a debilitating respiratory illness that affects 16 million Americans, making it the 4th leading cause of death in the U.S.A. The term COPD refers mainly to emphysema and chronic bronchitis. Each disease causes damage to the lungs resulting in obstructed airways. Emphysema destroys…