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Read on as we provide practical advice for adult children on how to emotionally and practically support seniors who have recently been diagnosed with breast cancer.
Continue ReadingEqually important but often overlooked is the mental well-being of our elderly loved ones, specifically the prevalence of senior mood disorders. In this post, we provide helpful tips to support our loved ones during these challenging times.
Continue ReadingVaccinations play an important role in protecting our senior loved ones against diseases. Keep reading to learn more about vaccines and how caregivers can ensure vaccinations among seniors.
Continue ReadingPhysical exercise for seniors doesn't have to be boring. Learn how walking can be both a physical and a bonding activity for seniors and their caregivers.
Continue ReadingEating healthy doesn't have to be complicated or tasteless. Here are simple swaps you can do to ensure your senior gets to enjoy healthy meals.
Continue ReadingLooking for an exercise to help your senior loved one manage chronic pain? Read on to find out why swimming is the best option.
Continue ReadingDementia impacts the memory and cognitive abilities of seniors. Learn about different engaging activities that can help improve your senior loved one's brain health.
Continue ReadingUnderstanding osteoporosis can help empower seniors to maintain bone health throughout their golden years. Here's a guide to its common risk factors and ways seniors can help prevent it.
Continue ReadingEvery senior has unique health needs. Choose the right exercise that can help you stay active and get the maximum health benefit.
Continue ReadingRegular checkups and preventative screenings play a crucial role in maintaining a healthy life as seniors age. Learn what these screenings and check-ups are and find tips on how your senior loved one can remember these appointments.
Continue ReadingBuying medical equipment can be a great way to increase mobility for seniors. Learn about its pros and cons so you can make the best decision for your senior loved one.
Continue ReadingEveryone deserves to live a happy and healthy life—regardless of social or economic standing. Read on to find out ways how you can start supporting health equity in your area.
Continue ReadingLooking for the best telehealth services for your senior loved one? Here is our guide on which services best meet your senior's needs.
Continue ReadingGOLDEN GATHERING Thursday, September 22nd | 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
LOCATION The Watermark at Napa Valley 4055 Solana Avenue, Napa, CA RSVP
Please RSVP to Dianna by September 19th at dzgonzales@watermarkcommunities.com or 707-345-1480.
Continue ReadingMeet the people representing the organizations who serve the needs of seniors in Yountville. While you’re there, get a free health check—body and mind.
DATE/TIME
Wednesday, OCTOBER 27 at 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
LOCATION
Generation Room, Parks & Rec Department
6516 Washington St. Yountville, CA
CONTACT
Melissa Gerard, DCNC Program Manager
707.815.6258
Continue Reading2020 was a disruptive year, bringing many simmering social issues to a boil. With the Covid-19 pandemic as a catalyst, many topics sprang to the forefront, gracing newspaper covers and dominating the national and global conversation. As the pandemic progressed one of the major issues that needed to be addressed became abundantly clear – the population aging and the ability of states and communities to properly care for their older citizens.
Continue ReadingWith Covid-19 changing every way the world works, it makes sense that we also change the way we care for older adults members of our society. In fact, 80% of covid-related deaths in the US are older adults.
Continue ReadingIn long-term care, it is important to address your clients’ needs, whether those are physical, emotional or social. It can be quite common for older clients to live away from family members and rely on you, their care provider, to provide them with everyday support.
Continue ReadingWe all use gloves for a variety of reasons but in this current COVID-19 age, we need to pay special attention to how we are removing and disposing of our gloves after wearing them.
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