Falls Prevention Month
The month of September is nationally recognized as Fall Prevention Month and the week of September 17-23 has been recognized as Falls Prevention Awareness Week. Older Adults and children are at greater risk of injury from a fall. Many falls can be prevented with parents and caregivers playing a big role. Falls cause unintentional death […]
September Is Healthy Aging Month
September is Healthy Aging Month, a national observance month celebrating positive lifestyle. Healthy aging is designed to bring national attention to the positive things of growing older. Healthy Aging helps promote taking responsibility for one’s health, physically, mentally, socially, or financially. Tips For Healthy Aging ● Exercise – physical activities control many illnesses like blood […]
Thank You Adult Alternative Home Care From the Bottom of My Heart
Lorraine, Just wanted to thank you and your staff once again for all you did for mom. You took a heavy load off my shoulders when I needed it most. Your staff is amazing and I thank them all from the bottom of my heart. Janis F.
Classical Music Month: Can Music Help Ease Sundowning?
Close to 300 dementia patients were set up with a music playlist up to three times per week for six months. The study’s goal was to see if music could help ease sundowners. The study found that in the first three months, depression and agitation greatly improved. Have you considered the benefits of classical music […]
Boomers Making a Difference
August is Boomers Making a Difference Month. Baby boomers are typically identified as anyone born between 1945 and the early 1960’s. Many of those hard-working individuals that you meet while serving our community are baby boomers. Baby boomers have seen huge cultural and social changes in their time. Born before the popularity of television, they […]
The Most Satisfying Low Calorie Snacks For Seniors
Obesity is on the rise among seniors. According to studies nearly 1 in 4 seniors are obese. There are a lot of factors that play a role in seniors becoming or staying obese. Side effects from medications, the slowing down of the metabolism as seniors get older, and a sedentary lifestyle can all contribute to […]
National Immunization Awareness Month
August is National Immunization Awareness Month, an annual observance highlighting the importance of getting recommended vaccines at various life stages. The CDC offers graphics with key messages and sample newsletter content to help communicate about immunization during August and throughout the year. Adult Immunizations are very important due to the rate of unvaccinated adults in […]
What Seniors Should Know About Adopting A Senior Pet
When seniors are getting ready to add a pet to the family, there are a lot of things to consider. One of the biggest considerations is the age of the pet. There are pros and cons to adopting a pet that is considered a senior pet. Some seniors hesitate to adopt a senior pet because […]
Now offering CHHA training
WHAT IS A HOME HEALTH AIDE? A home health aide (HHA) is someone who is qualified through formal training, to perform personal care needs and home management. The job of an HHA is to maintain their client’s personal comfort and a safe, clean environment. WHY BECOME A HOME HEALTH AIDE? Home health aides change lives! […]
Focus on Healthy Vision!
We want to bring awareness to Healthy Vision with these cool sunglasses. In America, about 37 million adults have age-related macular degeneration, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, or glaucoma. These are all factors which can cause visual impairment or blindness. It is important that we take care of our eyes as we age. Maintain a healthy weight, […]
