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Are You Okay? That was the name of the automated computer system that saved an elderly 88-year old woman from Surprise, Arizona from a possibly fatal bathroom fall. The "Are You Okay" or RUOK system is an automated program that makes reassurance calls to check on participating individuals that are homebound and elderly or those with physical and medical disabilities.

This article is to help caregivers eliminate home hazards.

This article addresses the changing nature of the care home as residents are living longer and healthier and more active lives.

Kansas City Elder Law Attorney reveals details concerning a hidden benefit that many veterans can use to help pay for the high cost of assisted living or home health care.

How well do you know the health needs of your aging parent? Having the right information on hand in a medical emergency can mean the differences between life and death. What you need to know and why.

With the increase in the ratio of elderly people today there has been an increase in the care options for those persons. New innovations in services and quality of care have surfaced. Find the care you want for your loved one.

Care giving is a learned skill. We react to the task in different ways. By understanding our reactions we will know how best to proceed.

A number of great resources are available today that will help you find quality elder care assistance. Do your homework and be prepared to make intelligent decisions.

When assuming the role of caregiver for a loved one it would be helpful if we had all the answers and information we needed, right from the start - but it doesn't work that way. So what, in hindsight, did I learn about staying whole?