by Pam Ness Here’s a little known fact: March 22 is World Water Day, a day to recognize that over 750 million people worldwide do not have access to safe and potable water. Despite the recent public health disaster that occurred in Flint, Michigan, and despite our drought conditions on the West Coast, Americans are Read More
Spread Smiles & Happiness: Be A Senior Volunteer!
It’s no secret that bringing a smile to other people’s faces can help you as much as them. Why? Causing other people to smile is actually contagious. According to a study by the magazine Psychology Research, there is an interaction between the viewing of other people’s facial movements, and the movements that your own face Read More
Tasty Foods for Positive Moods
Being a caregiver can be stressful and draining work. As well, we sometimes forget that the person being cared for, especially seniors, can also experience stress and discomfort. Whether or not we’re aware of it, we often carry stress in our bodies. If we’re not careful, that stress can quickly lead to physical side effects, Read More
It’s Time for Spring Cleaning!
by Pam Ness Despite the actual weather conditions, the official beginning of Spring is creeping closer on the calendar. With the approach of warmer weather comes the ritual of Spring Cleaning, the deep-cleaning and airing of one’s home, historically after the winter months. Interestingly, the tradition of Spring Cleaning can be traced back to multiple Read More
Managing the Scary Costs of an Alzheimer’s Diagnosis
by Pam Ness The Alzheimer’s Association recently released the results of an important study on the financial impact of caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease. There are currently over 5 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s, and every 66 seconds someone living in the U.S. is diagnosed with the disease. Alzheimer’s disease is the Read More
Programs for Seniors
THAT’S RIGHT, FREE PHONES FOR SENIORS. Note: Eldercare Services is providing information only, we do not provide free phones. Please call CTAP at (800) 806-1191 for an application. An ad airing recently during morning television news is publicizing a California state program that provides specialized free phones for seniors and those with special needs. California Phones Read More
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