By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant The Over the Counter Hearing Aid Act, signed by President Trump in 2017, has started the process toward hearing aids
Golden Years
For Seniors, Walking the Dog Can Sometime Be a Dangerous Thing
Fall-related bone breaks involving senior dog walkers has risen substantially. But there are ways for seniors mitigate the problem By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Owning
Foods for Healthy Aging
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant While the phrase “super foods” may create buzz around fad foods, it’s true that eating a healthful diet can help
Oh, the Aging Eyes
Droopy eyelids, dry eyes, floaters, cataracts, ocular migraines are just some of the eye problems we may have to deal with as we age
Medical Marijuana: A Boon for Older Adults?
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant The incidence of pain affecting older adults is widespread: half of this population who live independently and about 80% of
Elder Abuse On the Rise in America
CDC: Family members commit most of the violence As the American population ages, elder abuse rates are increasing, particularly among men, federal health officials
Nearly 400 Cases of Abuse Registered in Monroe County
Experts say only one in 24 cases are usually reported By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant According to layers serving at Bianchi Law Firm’s Red Bank
End-of-Life Plans
Baby boomers reflect the ‘I did it my way’ anthem of their generation even in funeral pre-planning By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Fewer people are
R-E-S-P-I-T-E
Caregivers urged to get frequent breaks to avoid burnout By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant If you care for an elderly loved one at home, particularly
5 Things You Need to Know About Hearing Loss
By Ernst Lamothe Jr. Losing your hearing can be a scary experience. The unknown or panic of decreasing hearing ability can send many people