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Healthy 4th of July Recipes
July 1, 2021
Independence Day is right around the corner, and that means time spent with family, fireworks, and delicious food. But what better way to enjoy the 4th of July than with some healthy recipes to make with mom and dad? Check out some of the recipes many families will be enjoying this holiday.
Read more...What Are the Benefits of a Personal Care Community?
June 30, 2021
The Hickman offers supportive services designed to enhance each resident’s independence and well-being. A personal care community offers support to perform everyday tasks where your loved one just might need an extra hand. From cleaning to bathing, to cooking, your loved one has the support they need in a comfortable and gracious atmosphere.
Read more...Give Where You Live – Food Drive
May 29, 2021
May 1, 2021 - May 24, 2021 The Hickman – Anna T. Jeanes Building, 444 N. Walnut Street West Chester, PA 19380 United States
Read more...What Are the Benefits of a Respite Stay?
March 26, 2021
According to a 2020 report, 53 million Americans provide unpaid caregiving support to adult family members and loved ones. Of those who are caregivers, many are experiencing caregiver burnout, a state of physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion. That is why respite care is so important for both seniors and caretakers.
Read more...Keeping Seniors Safe During the Holiday Season
December 3, 2020
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; and attending religious services, theater productions, and concerts; etc. As celebrations are being planned, the decision to include seniors must be taken extremely seriously.
Read more...COVID-19
May 7, 2020
As this season of joy and the welcoming of new prospects is upon us, it’s fitting to announce that The Hickman community will no longer require universal masking for staff, volunteers, and visitors as of Monday, March 27, 2023. As COVID-19 continues to transition into an endemic disease, public health authorities in Pennsylvania have referred personal care home communities to CDC guidance moving forward.
Read more...What Causes Balance Disorder in Seniors?
February 14, 2020
A balance disorder is a disturbance that causes you to feel unsteady, lightheaded or as if you or the room is spinning. “Balance disorders can be due to a disturbance in the inner ear, but they can also be caused by visual problems, skeletal problems or nerve problems”, says Lawrence Meiteles, MD, medical director of The Balance Center of Northern Westchester Hospital in Mt. Kisco, NY.
Read more...Medicare, I’m Confused!
October 3, 2019
Medicare is very complex and confusing. However, APPRISE, Pennsylvania’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program, Medicare.gov and United Healthcare are helping to simplify the Medicare enrollment process.
Read more...Choosing Where and How to Age: Factors to Consider
August 28, 2019
Trying to sort out your living options can be confusing and overwhelming: Do you stay in your own home or move into a senior community? If you choose a senior living community, what type? Do you buy into a “life plan community” or choose a rental living option? And do you stay in your current neighborhood or move somewhere else, maybe even another state?
Read more...Even More Apps for Seniors
July 31, 2019
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 to assist with daily living and beyond. Current apps are continuously enhanced, while new ones are being developed.
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