by Dr Liz | May 31, 2023 | Resources/News
Delirium is a sudden and severe change in brain function that can make a person seem confused or disoriented. It’s often triggered by a serious illness, by certain medications, drug withdrawal or intoxication. The risk of developing delirium is highest in people...
by Dr Liz | Apr 19, 2023 | Resources/News
Here’s a statistic that I mention pretty frequently: There are nearly 60 million people over the age of 65 in the United States, yet by some counts there are only about 3,500 practicing geriatricians.1 That imbalance is one of the reasons why I take my job so...
by Dr Liz | Nov 7, 2022 | News
Making the decision to move a loved one to assisted living can be difficult. They may be anxious about losing independence, and you might struggle with doubts about your decision. It’s completely normal for families to question whether assisted living is the right...
by Dr Liz | Oct 24, 2022 | News
Moving is one of the most stressful events in a person’s life, and it doesn’t get easier as one ages. If you’re moving into a care home, you may be worried that it won’t be the same as your current house or apartment. But with some effort, you...
by Dr Liz | Oct 10, 2022 | News
Many people become highly concerned when their parents are aging and need more care than they can provide. They don’t want to place their parents in a care home but also don’t want to neglect their needs. Some may consider using a geriatric care manager...
