by Pam Ness An instant way to add some tender loving care into a senior’s life is exposure to a furry friend… or even a pal with wings or scales or fins! Studies on pets for seniors show that spending time with animals has both emotional and physical benefits. Interaction with a gentle and friendly Read More
Can Being Born in a Leap Year Keep A Person Young?
By Pam Ness This year is a Leap Year. That means that every four years, an extra day – February 29 – is added to the calendar, resulting in 366 days in that year. Why does this happen? The normal Solar Year is the amount of time it takes for the Earth to orbit the Read More
Adult Day Care May Be Just What You Need
When caring for a loved one, you still need to run your own life and take time for yourself. Maybe it’s time to do some errands, take a nap, read a book or go to work. Perhaps you need just two hours, or a full eight. Since dementia is a slow-progressing disease, there is a Read More
Special Nutrition Needs in Older Adults
As our bodies age, our dietary needs often change. Our bodies don’t absorb nutrients in the same way that they used to, and overall do not function as smoothly as they did when we were young! Some of the most important nutrients to keep in mind are: Fiber! I’m a huge supporter of fiber (except Read More
Hiring A Geriatric Care Manager
by Anita Kamiel, RN as posted on the Huffington Post 2/9/16 Being a caregiver for an elderly adult can be fraught with unforeseen and challenging situations that many relatives are ill equipped to handle. Managing all the details and logistics required for situating an elderly parent either in their home after a hospital stay or Read More
7 Steps to Good Senior Health in 2016!
We can’t believe the year is already a twelfth complete! Hopefully your New Year’s Resolutions are still intact and you’re still on your way to healthy 2016. If not, here are 7 steps to good senior health to keep yourself happy and healthy for the whole year. Be active -Aim to get at least 30 minutes Read More
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