By Janet D’Agostino, MA, MSN, RN Clinical Supervisor For most people, hearing loss is a normal process that happens as we age, but for some others, it can result from loud noise exposure, illness, or injury. Hearing loss due to aging can be so gradual that we often...
Advice for Seniors: Nine Steps to Take Now to Safely Survive an Emergency
By Janet D’Agostino, MA, MSN, RN Clinical Supervisor You have been watching the Weather on the TV for hours now. They encourage you to evacuate because they expect your neighborhood to become impassable due to high water, a snowstorm, or the possibility of losing...
Can a Health Care Advocate Improve My Life Today?
By Diana (DeeDee) Bycoffe, BSN, RN, CWOCN, Nurse Care Manager As we get older, we must learn how better to care for ourselves. In some cases, we need help navigating this stage, especially as we begin dealing with more serious health issues. In addition to the obvious...
10 Ways to Love Your Brain
Every brain is at risk to develop Alzheimer's disease or related dementia. These cognitive changes are linked to a decline in the brain that over time kills nerve cells and tissue, affecting a person's ability to accurately understand and interact with the world...
Solo Aging: Learning How to Lessen the Burden of Loneliness
By Morgyn Thomas, Intern, The Option Group Modern technology has made it easier for people to stay in touch, and the development of phones and social media has helped many individuals who struggle with loneliness. However, the aging population cannot always cope with...
May is Aging Life Care Month
By Jackie Tangires, LCSW-C, Certified Aging Life Care Manager Why is an AGING LIFE CARE ASSOCIATION (ALCA) Professional Important? The transitions of life sneak up on us and we find ourselves saying "What do we do now?" For example, you live a substantial distance...
Spring Cleaning for Better Health: 6 Tips for Seniors
By Steve Gale, Business Development Coordinator The winter chill has mostly faded away, and as flowers bloom, this is the perfect time for seniors to embrace the rejuvenating spirit of Spring through a bit of "spring cleaning." This annual tradition isn't just about...
2024 Vaccine News You Need Now to Protect Yourself and Others
By Stacy Alcide, RN The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) regularly provides updates on new vaccines and vaccination recommendations as a part of their ongoing efforts to ensure public health. Updates can occur as new vaccines are developed and approved...
Improve your Nutrition with these 20 Choices for Healthy Snacking for Seniors
Most of us know that nutrition plays a vital role in aging well. Healthy eating means consuming a diet consisting of fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, complex carbohydrates, and healthy fats. This combination helps to ward off diseases including type 2...