For many Americans, the choice of what to do for an aging family member is simple: family cares for family. According to the AARP, that is true for over 53 million Americans who become the primary car...
Let’s face it: we could all use a little more outdoor time. Staying active is an important part of a healthy lifestyle, but can be challenging for seniors. At VMT Home Health Agency our in-home caregi...
Asthma and allergies have become growing health problems for Americans of all ages, thanks in part to growing pollution over the past century. According to the CDC, almost 9% of adults aged 65-74 have...
A healthy life is important at any age. It’s especially important as we get older that we make sure we focus on all aspects of our well-being. We all struggle to achieve the 7 essential elements of we...
For those living with chronic pain, even common tasks can become a major chore. Most people by now have at least a passing familiarity with the term “spoons” to refer to a person’s capacity to handle ...
It’s important, to keep ourselves active during the winter, especially for seniors. While it’s tempting to just bundle up under a blanket and wait for spring, activity is important for our mental and ...
Diabetes – Doctor recommendations for healthy blood sugars By Dr. Chantal Lewis, MD So, the holidays have come and gone and many of us have been to family gatherings and other fun festivit...
It’s flu season. Senior citizens are particularly susceptible to the flu and complications from the illness. As caregivers, it’s important that we keep ourselves healthy and take extra steps to keep t...
As we age, our immune system weakens, making us more susceptible to seasonal illness and other diseases. The causes of our weakening immune system are varied from genetics to simply how our cells have...
Insomnia – The Doctor’s Recommendations For a Peaceful Night’s Rest By Dr. Chantal Lewis, MD Have you ever gone to bed, only to toss and turn for several hours before falling asleep, or do...