April 14, 2016 —
During April’s National Volunteer Month, we have been reminded about the many health benefits older adults gain through service to others. Many experts have referred to an “epidemic” of loneliness and isolation among seniors, which raises the risk of many health conditions, including dementia. Senior volunteers may find that serving others is a great way... Read More
April 8, 2016 —
Yes, it’s time for annual spring cleaning, and what better place to start than your medicine cabinet? April is a great time to update your medication list, review your medication management program, and rid your home of expired medications and no-longer used prescriptions. Most people don’t see the harm in taking a medication that is... Read More
April 1, 2016 —
Today is the day to quit smoking! The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released some information and tips that can help. Quitting “Cold Turkey” might work, but it’s best to have a plan Develop a Quit Plan Planning ahead is a major part of successfully quitting smoking. Smokefree.gov offers details on how to... Read More
March 24, 2016 —
Celiac disease is an inherited digestive disorder that occurs in people who cannot tolerate gluten, a protein found in wheat, rye and barley. Most people easily digest gluten, the substance that gives elasticity to breads and other doughs. But when people with celiac disease consume foods containing gluten, their immune systems react by attacking the... Read More
March 18, 2016 —
The American Heart Association says regular consumption of the American mainstay may be linked to longevity. Drinking a second or third cup of coffee may do more than get you through a long day—it may also reduce your risk of death from heart disease and other illnesses, says a study in the American Heart Association... Read More
March 10, 2016 —
Those little memory lapses we experience as we grow older can worry us. We’re introduced to someone but promptly forget their name. We look all over the place for our reading glasses, only to realize they are perched on our head. We save a document, but forget into which folder. We might joke about “senior... Read More
February 26, 2016 —
With the growing senior population in America, financial elder abuse has been classified as an epidemic. The Gerontological Society of America (GSA) recently devoted an entire issue of their publication, Public Policy & Aging Report, to the growing problem. The GSA wants to alert financial institutions, seniors and families that scammers wrest almost $3 billion... Read More
February 18, 2016 —
There’s a kitchen plaque with the saying: “If I had known how much fun grandkids were, I would have had them first!” This reflects the fact that grandparents share many of the joys of having small children in their lives—with far fewer responsibilities. However, today’s grandparent caregivers take this role one step further. We hear... Read More
February 11, 2016 —
It’s winter and that means the perfect environment for gastrointenstinal illnesses. Those suffering from the unpleasant symptoms sometimes report that they have a case of the “stomach flu,” but this term really isn’t accurate; “the flu” refers to respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. The most likely culprit in these illnesses is a class of... Read More
February 9, 2016 —
Senior professionals have shifted focus about what it means to grow older in America. Professionals and family members are aware that maintaining dignity through empowerment is a very important foundation in our older years. Families and care providers are aware that helping loved ones maintain independence through activity and social engagement is vital to longevity... Read More
