An Important Update About the Coronavirus
Effective immediately, we have implemented visitor policies as directed by Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf and the Pennsylvania Department of Health for all our nursing facilities.
Top Issues Facing Senior Citizens Today
While the golden years can be some of the best years of our life, there are always concerns. Senior citizens have challenges to overcome that are universal to all ages as well as some issues that are specific to their age group.
Tips To Beat Your Senior Parent’s Loneliness
Is your aging parent lonely? Isolation and loneliness are widespread among our elders. It may begin with the the loss of a spouse. It may be compounded by physical decline such as loss of driving ability, decreased hearing or vision. Friends pass away. There are fewer opportunities for social engagement than in a younger day.
Winter Safety Tips for Senior Citizens
When the temperature drops, older adults run a higher risk of health problems and injuries related to the weather, including hypothermia, frostbite, and falls in ice and snow. Like most things in life, it is better to be prepared. Here are a few precautions everyone should take, especially older adults, during the winter.
Medicare Changes for 2020
Q: What are the changes to Medicare benefits for 2020?A: [...]
In Appreciation Of Old Age: The Positive Aging Movement
The positive aging movement stands as a counterpoint to age-biased beliefs and prejudices. Positive aging theorists explore the origins of ageist attitudes in contemporary culture, debunk common distortions about later life, and advance the idea of growth and fulfillment throughout the lifespan.
How Technology Has Improved Senior Healthcare
Seniors make up more than 13 percent of the United [...]
How Exercise Benefits Seniors
Exercising releases endorphins, which can boost your mood and help reduce feelings of depression. If your senior loved one is suffering from mood swings or depression, exercise could help provide a great deal of support and redirect negative thoughts.
What To Do When Our Aging Parents Won’t Take Our Advice
Our parents always asked that we listen to them, but [...]
An Aging Population And Growing Disease Burden Will Require A Large And Specialized Health Care Workforce By 2025
As the US population ages, the increasing prevalence of chronic [...]