By Nurse Next Door August 26, 2025
Families in Arlington know that support is most effective when the person at the center of care is involved at every step. A new national report from AARP and the Read More
By Nurse Next Door August 21, 2025
Wounds are a serious concern for numerous Americans, particularly seniors and patients with underlying health conditions. According to an article published in Advances in Wound Care, around 3% of seniors Read More
By Nurse Next Door August 14, 2025
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1 in 4 seniors falls each year in the US. For many families, this isn’t just a statistic, it’s a Read More
By Nurse Next Door August 13, 2025
Having a discussion with aging parents about care can be one of the hardest and most important conversations you’ll ever have. It’s emotional. It can feel like a role reversal. Read More
By Nurse Next Door August 12, 2025
When it comes to supporting seniors with chronic or complex health needs, IV therapy is no longer limited to hospitals or clinics. Many families are turning to safe, effective in-home Read More
By Nurse Next Door August 8, 2025
Limited mobility is a growing concern among seniors in McLean, Virginia, and across the country. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 12% of adults in the Read More
By Nurse Next Door August 5, 2025
Eating well is essential at any age, but for seniors, good nutrition plays a key role in maintaining energy, cognitive function, immune strength, and emotional well-being. A recent study revealed Read More
By Nurse Next Door August 4, 2025
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, more than 1 in 5 people in the United States speak a language other than English at home. In multicultural communities like McLean, Virginia, Read More
By Nurse Next Door July 30, 2025
Alzheimer’s disease currently affects more than 6 million Americans. In Virginia alone, over 150,000 people are living with Alzheimer’s or other types of dementia. As this condition becomes more common, Read More
By Nurse Next Door July 29, 2025
Every year, nearly 1 in 5 Medicare beneficiaries are readmitted to the hospital within 30 days of being discharged. This is physically, emotionally, and financially taxing for both patients and Read More
