May 25, 2026 | Assistive Devices, Sensory Loss
As a family caregiver you wear many hats. You are a coordinator, a confidant, a protector, and often, a translator. Among the many changes that come with aging, hearing loss is perhaps one of the most significant sensory challenges that caregivers deal with every day....
Jan 1, 2026 | Health Conditions, Sensory Loss
January is Glaucoma Awareness month and a good time to get an eye exam, show support for those suffering from this condition and learn more about it. Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that can cause vision loss and blindness by damaging a nerve in the back of your...
Sep 4, 2025 | Family Caregiving, Health Conditions, Healthy Aging, Safety, Sensory Loss
As a caregiver, you’re always looking for ways to keep your loved one healthy and safe, and that includes something as simple as ear care. Knowing how to safely clean an older adult’s ears can help prevent discomfort, improve hearing, and avoid another...
Jan 29, 2025 | Health Conditions, Sensory Loss
There are many tests to help diagnose hearing loss, including: Physical exam – Your doctor will look in your ear for possible causes of your hearing loss, such as earwax or inflammation from an infection. Your doctor will also look for any structural causes of...
Jun 4, 2022 | Assistive Devices, Care & Health, Fall Prevention, Health Conditions, Sensory Loss
Probably the two most common changes for many people as they age is hearing loss and changes in vision. Fortunately, advances in computer, telephone, and smart device technology have helped older adults and people with disabilities to continue to live more...
Mar 19, 2022 | Care & Health, Fall Prevention, Health Conditions, Resources, Sensory Loss
Making a house safe and comfortable can allow an individual to remain living at home safely as their abilities change. A 2018 AARP survey notes that 76% of Americans age 50 and older would like to “age in place” or remain in their current residence and community as...