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My First Encounter With Alert1...
Posted on February 05, 2013 in General
My first encounter with Alert1 happened the day after it was installed. My husband had just gotten home from the hospital, and I was nervous. I had to take a morning shower, so went into the bathroom, passing the monitor. I accidentally pushed the button, did not notice it and went to the shower...
Read MoreSenior-Friendly Advice for Diabetes Patients
Posted on January 31, 2013 in Senior Safety & Independence
Type 2 diabetes is one of the most common health conditions among seniors. According to the American Diabetes Association, it affects about 10.9 million adults over 65 -- almost 27% of adults in this age group.
Read MoreCelebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Posted on January 22, 2013 in General
Martin Luther King, Jr. was a beloved Baptist minister and social activist. His name became synonymous with the Civil Rights Movement in the United States because of the influential speaking, writing, and peaceful protesting he did in the mid-1950’s. Dr. King is well known for the Montgomery, Alabama bus boycott, his “Letter from a Birmingham Jail”, and his “I Have a Dream” address. At the age of 35, he was the youngest man to receive the Nobel Peace Prize. In spite of being subjected to personal abuse and violence, Martin Luther King, Jr. persevered; he not only became the symbolic leader of American blacks, but he became a world figure. His life was tragically cut short in 1968, when he was assassinated on the balcony of his hotel room. (Sources cited: here and here)
Read MoreAlternative Medicine Treatments for Seniors
Posted on January 15, 2013 in General
“Complementary medicine” refers to the use of CAM together with conventional medicine, such as using acupuncture in addition to usual care to help lesson pain. “Alternative medicine” refers to the use of CAM in place of conventional medicine.
Read MoreFinding a Senior Caregiver Support Group
Posted on January 08, 2013 in Family Caregivers
If you are a family caregiver, you may find yourself dealing with stress that your friends and family cannot relate to. Many caregivers find that talking to someone who can empathize with their feelings and relate to their experiences is a powerful coping mechanism.
Read MoreSafety Tips for Seniors in the Winter Months
Posted on December 20, 2012 in Family Caregivers
As most people can attest, the colder months come with a number of additional challenges. If you are a family caregiver, preparing your loved ones for the impending change in seasons is crucial. Check out these winter safety tips.
Read MoreChecking in with Loved Ones over the Holidays
Posted on December 18, 2012 in Family Caregivers
The holidays offer a good chance to check up on the older adults in your life and make sure they are still well and healthy.
Read MoreDiabetes Prevention and Help for Seniors
Posted on November 20, 2012 in General
According to the American Diabetes Association, approximately eight percent of all Americans live with diabetes and approximately one-third of those people may not even realize they have the disease.
Read MoreHow Seniors Can "Winter Proof" Their Homes
Posted on November 05, 2012 in Senior Safety & Independence
Take the autumn months to get ready for winter and “winter proof” your home. Simple steps now can save you lots of time and hassle in the winter months
Read MorePreventing the Flu For Seniors at Risk
Posted on November 05, 2012 in Senior Safety & Independence
As most people know, as you age, your immune system weakens, and seasonal flu can become a very dangerous virus.
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