Items needed for eye drop preparation: bottle, clean hands symbol, tissue

How to Put in Eye Drops: A Step-by-Step Guide for Seniors and Caregivers

ByEvelyn Hayes

Making Eye Drops Easier: A Practical Guide Using prescription or over-the-counter eye drops is a common part of managing conditions like glaucoma, dry eye, infections, or allergies, especially for seniors. However, getting those tiny drops into the eye correctly can sometimes be tricky, particularly if you have unsteady hands, arthritis, or are helping someone else….

Eye doctor performing a comprehensive eye exam on a senior patient to check for conditions like glaucoma

Glaucoma in Seniors: The ‘Silent Thief of Sight’ Explained

ByEvelyn Hayes

Understanding Glaucoma: Protecting Your Sight as You Age Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of irreversible blindness worldwide, and the risk significantly increases with age. Often called the “silent thief of sight,” the most common form of glaucoma typically develops slowly and without noticeable symptoms in its early stages. This makes understanding the condition…