Seasonal Affective Disorder symptoms peak in February. There continues to be a significant decrease in daylight hours which affects mood. The cold weather means more time spent indoors which can cause feelings of isolation. This is especially true for older adults and those with mobility problems. Seasonal Affective Disorder symptoms caused by environmental circumstances can… read more

Every time Becky forgets a word or misplaces her keys she gets scared that she has Alzheimer’s disease. At 63 Becky understands she is not considered a senior citizen and tries to laugh off her memory lapses as ‘senior moments’. Considering all that she has read about the rising rate of dementia, she wonders whether… read more

It is that time of year again when people start getting colds and flu symptoms. Angie knows her coworkers will be spreading these illnesses around the office. Caring for her senior mother at home, Angie must be diligent about not getting sick or exposing her mother to germs. To prevent the flu, Angie will be… read more