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Let’s Get PERSonal
I would like to share a story with you. It’s a love story about a couple whose been married for over 50 years and in that time period they have shared many fantastic memories ranging from births of their children and grandchildren to bar mitzvahs and weddings to vacations both with family and ones the two shared by themselves.
6 Strategies to Deal with the Stress of Home Care
Caring for an elderly person can sometimes be demanding to the point of taking us to the breaking point. Those of you who care for seniors at home, or in care facilities know how this feels. It is essential that we take time out to care for ourselves or we too will become sick.
Tapping the Wellspring of Time and Energy
Being a caregiver makes demands on your body, mind and spirit. Failure to take care of ourselves results in a failure to be able to care of others.
Let’s put an end to Silver Alerts
I was driving on I-75 earlier this week and noticed another Silver Alert. For those not familiar with Silver alerts they are notifications sent out by law enforcement in Florida (and possibly other states as well) notifying drivers that a senior citizen is missing.
Aging gracefully: Preventing Falls – CNN.com
Falls, for older people, are serious. They can significantly impair mobility and independence. They may lead to hospitalization and subsequent placement in a long-term care facility or nursing home. And as you get older, recovery is slower.
I wish I had a medical alert device
A few days ago I was introduced to Stanley. Stanley lives in Kings Point and is the president of one of the community associations. Stanley is helping Personal Living Alert place an ad in the Kings Point Life newspaper. When we approached Stanley the idea of us placing an ad he jumped at the opportunity to help.
A Medical Alert System doesn’t compromise your independence. It makes it possible.
A Medical Alert System doesn’t compromise your independence. It makes it possible.
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Laughs, Smiles and Friends – We’re Back!
Our clients are looking to get together with small groups of friends, no more than 6 at a time. The easing of Covid 19 restrictions coupled with the high vaccination rate among seniors, they are ok meeting indoors.
Medic Alert vs Medical Alerts – Understanding the Differences
August is recognized as Medic Alert month. A key to this distinction is the shiny silver Medic Alert bracelet seen on thousands of wrists that informs everyone of potentially life-threatening allergies or medical conditions.
