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How to Help With Dry Mouth in the Elderly

July 1, 2018
Medically known as xerostomia, dry mouth can be caused by a wide variety of factors, including dehydration, certain health conditions, and many...

What is a Gastrostomy (G-Tube)?

June 30, 2018
There are few things worse in life than having a doctor confirm that a loved one has a serious medical condition. The feeling of helplessness is...

What is a Preemie?

June 29, 2018
Finding out you’re having a baby is life changing. No matter how much you read about the subject or talk with your friends who are already parents,...

What is a Medical Ventilator?

June 28, 2018
Most people have a general idea of what a medical ventilator is. It’s a machine designed to provide breathing for a patient who is unable to breathe...

Developmental Delay in Children

June 26, 2018
Regardless of whether you’re a first-time parent or have been around the rodeo a few times, you probably have a general idea of a timeframe for when...

Sleep Tips for Seniors with Sundowners

June 25, 2018
Being on a home care journey with an elderly loved one who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia is challenging,...

A Celebration of Group Shares

June 21, 2018
When I talk with SLPs new to the schools and especially to recent grads working in the schools, I often hear comments about the volume of paperwork....

Diabetes Myths Debunked

June 21, 2018
If your loved one has been diagnosed with diabetes, there may be several myths that you hear or have heard from others about the condition. To...

What Is Rheumatoid Arthritis?

June 19, 2018
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease that affects not just the joints, but can also damage other parts of the body, including the skin,...

Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month

June 18, 2018
In your role as a family caregiver, Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia are likely something that is frequently on your mind. You may...