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Looking at the New Year
Looking at the New Year, my first thought was… Where did 2014 go. Time seems to fly more and more the older I get. I was warned that this would happen. My grandfather was the first to tell me this. Of course, he also complained that it is not just time, but everything...
Sixteen Year Old Stroke
I met a guy in Oklahoma that had lived alone after having a stoke for 16 years. He was paralyzed on his left side and wore a brace in order to be able to walk. His one bedroom apartment was close enough to shopping and the bus route for him to manage almost everything...
Is Living At Home Safe?
I met a family a couple weeks ago that was in the middle of making this decision. The daughter was wearing thin caring for her mother who herself did not believe anything was wrong. “I fell because I made a bad decision to climb the ladder,” she said, “It won’t happen...
Getting Into Autumn
Fall begins with a slow dance of turning leaves. The colors of autumn crescendo into a flurry of vibrant reds, oranges and yellows. Living in Michigan creates an invitation to soak it all in. The colors, sounds, smells, and flavors. Seniors can enjoy many of the fall...
5 Ways To Help a Friend With Cancer
When your friend is diagnosed with cancer, the first thing you want to do is help and the last thing you want to do is say the wrong thing. But it’s hard to know what will actually be helpful. Just the fact that you’re willing to be a supportive friend is very...
Come For The Coffee
On an average day at an Adult Day Center you will see people eating lunch, playing games, doing simple exercises and socializing. The average age for our center is 72 years young. An average client is very functional, but has dementia and they shouldn’t be left home...
Liking Or Hating Social Media
Most everyone has strong feelings about facebook, twitter, or linked in. Some love them and use them frequently, and others wouldn’t sign up for an account for any reason. Few people have no opinion at all. Worry about scams or identity theft is the number one reason...
If You Don’t Like Falling
Falling and becoming weaker is not a normal part of aging. Let me repeat myself, falling is NOT A NORMAL PART OF AGING! Most people have the belief that as they get older they will become weaker and eventually fall. This is not true. Yes, most of the time falling is...
The Value of Medication Managment
When I make a skilled nurse visit to a client’s home for medication set up I notice swollen ankles and puffy fingers. I know the client’s habits, so I ask questions about last nights dinner, today’s fluid intake, or how long they were out for a family get together....
Honor Those Who Served
Most towns have local Memorial Day celebrations. Here are some ways you can honor the men and women who serve our country: - Put flags or flowers on the graves of men and women who served in wars. - Fly the U.S. flag at half-staff until noon. - Visit monuments...
