Loved Ones with Peripheral Neuropathy During Cold Weather
The winter months are upon us, and many elderly loved ones have chronic conditions that can exacerbate during cold weather. Peripheral neuropathy (PN) is one of those
The winter months are upon us, and many elderly loved ones have chronic conditions that can exacerbate during cold weather. Peripheral neuropathy (PN) is one of those
The end of the year is fast approaching, and as the caregiver to your loved ones, now is the time to gather their essential documents
Thanksgiving… Ready, set, eat! Now that Thanksgiving is right around the corner, you cannot forget that you are caring for loved ones with multiple medical
Orthopedic conditions are common as we age. Hips and knees are the primary areas that often create mobility concerns. The decision to address the problem
Family caregivers are increasing every year as society continues to age. Did you know that one in five Americans is a caregiver? Most caregivers provide
Slowing down is not the definition of aging in place. Caregivers can play a role in healthy aging of loved ones. There are many ways
October is breast cancer awareness month. We are all encouraged to learn about awareness and prevention. Guidelines can vary, but a mammogram should be done
Caregivers are people who help others with activities of daily living. We know they are often family members, friends, or neighbors of their loved ones.
How many times have you heard stand tall and not lean over? Keeping body alignment is vital so that as we age, our frame does
Dr. Cynthia J. Hickman, is Your Proactive Caregiver Advocate. I am an Author, Educator, Speaker, Consultant. As a registered nurse by profession, one would think caring for a loved one in the home would be simple. One would think my expertise as a nurse well-equipped me. Yes, my nursing career provided guidance, but 24/7 care in the home uncovered more than staying on top of activities of daily living(ADL).