New research released by two heart associations in late November created a fire storm of controversy in health care circles. The guidelines identified four high-risk groups of people believed to be good candidates for the benefits of statin drugs:... Read More

If you are a caregiver for a loved one living with a disability or for an older adult, you probably already know that the smallest room in the house is also the one responsible for most of the home accidents... Read More

As we head in another busy holiday season, a visit to a grandparent living at a nursing home may be a part of your family’s holiday travel plans. On the whole, intergenerational activities rank high for lifting the mood of... Read More

As part of our commitment to helping educate caregivers in Illinois and Missouri, we pay close attention to Alzheimer’s research and treatment trials. Two newer studies that we have been following offer hope that dementia rates are dropping in some... Read More

Over the past few years researchers have linked a lack of sleep to a variety of health problems ranging from an irregular heartbeat to strokes, high blood pressure and diabetes. For many seniors and for those living with a disability,... Read More

Like it or not, winter is here. If you are a caregiver for an adult living with a disability or for an aging loved one, it is time to help them prepare.  The care management team from ACM Care offers... Read More

If an aging loved one or a family member living with a disability has recently been diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, families often begin to consider what legal and financial planning they need to do to prepare for the... Read More

The holiday season can present unique challenges for caregivers when a loved one lives with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. Decking the halls is a tradition most families in Missouri and Illinois look forward to every year. But holiday... Read More

Join us for the following SRT meetings this month. Feel free to invite a friend or interested colleague! Please read through for the interesting presenters that are planned. Please check the website for updates periodically. Feel free to email ACM... Read More

For adult children caring for an aging parent who lives with Alzheimer’s disease, one common challenge is understanding how to best communicate with them. Their disease often makes it difficult to have a conversation, especially if their verbal skills are... Read More