Beating the Summer Heat at Home During COVID-19
The CDC suggests that we should think of our body as like a personal air conditioning unit. Whenever your body heats up from the hot weather outside, your ‘internal’ air conditioner starts using its coolant (your sweat.) So it’s important to replenish that lost ‘coolant’ by drinking lots of water.
Fall Risk Prevention Tips and Choosing a Medical Alert System
One out of three seniors will fall this year, but fewer than half of them will talk with their doctors about it, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Falls are also the No.
Halloween Safety Tips for Seniors
Halloween can be a fun holiday for most, but it can be a very stressful time for seniors, particularly those with mental and/or physical complications. Some seniors may be concerned with their safety during this time, as strangers coming to their home can inflict fear.
Safe & Effective Transportation for Seniors
After she retired, Mabel moved into her dream home in the country, far from the hustle and bustle of the city where she'd lived and worked. But, as her vision worsened, her adult children convinced her to stop driving. After she gave up the car, she found herself feeling isolated and lonely. It was hard to get to doctor appointments and her volunteer work. Am
Medicare's New Rules
Medicare covers home care services when strict eligibility requirements are met, including the need for physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology or part-time skilled nursing care. In addition, the beneficiary must be homebound.
Live Well, Work Well
Mental health plays a huge role in your overall health and well-being. It affects everything, including how we think, feel and act, and helps determine how we make healthy choices and cope with stress.
11 scary things that could happen if you don't get enough vitamin D
With fewer daylight hours and colder temperatures, it can be challenging to get enough vitamin D during the winter months.
Without the proper amounts of vitamin D, however, you could be at risk for all kinds of health problems, including heart conditions and weakened bones. Children who have vitamin D deficiencies are also at higher risks of developing rickets.
Listen To Social Security Scam That Has Targeted Thousands
Scammers pretending to be from the Social Security Administration have defrauded thousands of people out of a combined $10 million, according to the Federal Trade Commission.
The incredible power of ‘Joy’
One of the most popular of all Christmas carols starts with the words, “Joy to the world”. This is a concept that’s way too important to be on our lips and in our hearts for only three weeks each year. The world and everyone in it needs ‘joy’ all year long.
Symptons of Caregiver Burnout
More than 80 Percent of Older Drivers Aren’t Talking About Driving Safety
Most families and physicians wait too long to talk with older drivers about their safe driving ability.
