Is it memory impairment, a medical issue or addiction?
By
Scott Trout
Jun 22, 2017
Alcohol and drug abuse is a somewhat hidden problem in the eldercare arena, as many caregivers and medical professionals fail to recognize it for what it is.
Non-drug approaches for pain management in older adults
By
Gerard W. Clum, DC
Dec 19, 2016
Non-pharmacologic pain management options, including chiropractic care, offer a safe and effective alternative for the geriatric population.
6 meds to handle with care
By
Suzanne Robotti
Jan 29, 2018
Older adults taking five or more medications per week, plus an aging body system, equals problems for home and senior living caregivers.
How to address substance abuse among senior living residents
By
Wayne Langley
Jan 07, 2019
You’ll find these insights into senior addiction eye-opening.
Drug changes could be painful for your residents
By
John O'Connor
Jun 09, 2016
It is becoming more difficult for our oldest citizens — your residents — to get the pain relief they seek. And that challenge is likely to get worse before it gets better.
Drug abuse in retirement communities is a very real problem
By
Wayne Langley
Jul 09, 2018
As aging services providers, it is our duty to help manage and mitigate the health and legal risks associated with resident alcohol and drug use.
Opioid use among seniors: A growing concern
By
Suzanne Robotti
Sep 19, 2016
Prescription opioids have garnered much media attention in recent years in the United States as use and abuse of the pain medications continue to rise. But an important community of people is taking opioids,...