Keeping Seniors Safe During the Holiday Season

It’s that time of year again, the beginning of the holiday season. Unlike previous years, the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting the traditional activities most people enjoy during this time…hosting and/or attending parties and gatherings; visiting friends near and far;...

What Causes Balance Disorder in Seniors?

Written by Hugh Bleemer, Outreach Manager  Balance disorders are among the most common reasons that older adults seek help from a doctor. One in three Americans over age 65 will fall every year according to parentgiving.com. A balance disorder is a disturbance that...

Choosing Where and How to Age: Factors to Consider

Written by Pamela Leland, PhD, Executive Director With large numbers of people moving into the “senior citizen” category, services related to where, how, and with whom we will age, have spawned a huge and growing industry. Trying to sort out your living options can be...

Even More Apps for Seniors

Written by Charles “Ebbie” Alfree III, Director of Advancement  The past two years I have written articles about apps that can help make life easier for seniors. I’m continuing this tradition with a 3rd article on the subject. Multiple apps are available...

Understanding Trauma and Aging

by Pamela Leland, Executive Director If I asked you to hold a 1 pound weight at arm’s length for 1 minute, you might find this easy. If I asked you to hold a 1 pound weight at arm’s length for 10 minutes, you might be able to do this but might find it hard. If I asked...

The Truth About Hospice Care

Written by Marquita Jacobs, LPN, Nurse Manager According to the Merriam – Webster website, the word hospice is defined as; a program designed to provide palliative [symptom relief] care and emotional support to the terminally ill, in a home or homelike setting so that...

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