Robin Hewitt

Holidays can be stressful at the best of times, and being in charge of a senior care at home can add to the demand. Instead of looking at it as a chore to be tackled, take a new point of view and center the party around the elder who is homebound or living in an assisted living situation. By casting a positive light on your senior's care at home you can ease the burden of caregiving while celebrating the real meaning of the holiday season.

Although the majority of those over the age of 60 are aware of the need to watch their cholesterol and sodium intake, a study by the Centers for Disease Control shows that only 17 percent of older adults consume what is considered by health care providers to be a good and balanced diet.

Often when an elderly parent requires assistance in daily activities there is one adult child that bears the majority of the caregiver burden. Besides sowing the seeds of sibling resentments, this can also lead to excess stress and eventually burnout for the primary caregiver. Learn how to ask for help with senior care and ways to cope if your siblings refuse to assist in your parent's home care.

Malnutrition can be an underlying cause of illness in seniors, including those who no longer live at home. If your elderly parent is in a hospital, nursing home, or assisted living facility you should be aware of the signs of malnutrition and what to do if you suspect your loved one is not getting their proper nutritional needs.

When it time for vacation there can be misgivings about traveling with an elderly parent. Keep these senior care tips in mind during the planning stage to ensure a stress-free trip.

If you're the primary home health care provider for an elderly friend or relative you are already aware of the effects of social isolation. More and more seniors are becoming computer savvy as a means to keep in touch with friends, family, hobbies, and news.

When a small business begins to grow the owner often overlooks the big picture. Often the step of contracting a call center answering service can mean the difference between small growth and an exponential burst in sales if the call center is willing to personalize their services.

Storm damage to trees tends to bring out tree-trimming scam artists. Know what to look for when you need a tree service in PA.

If theatrics is your passion then you know the important part that makeup plays onstage. Put your best face forward with professional makeup kit from Ben Nye, one of the best in the business.

While many students and alumni wear their Penn State sweatshirts with pride, few may know the origins of the Nittany Lion mascot.