Keystone College Students Play Santa
Seniors tend to feel lonely during the Christmas season. This is especially true if they are living away from their families. That’s why students and staff from Keystone College would like to cheer them up a bit. They are playing secret Santa to the seniors of Home Instead Senior Care of Clarks Summit. “I hope it…
December 8, 2013
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How Can We Protect Our Elderly Loved Ones from the Feeling of Neglect?
The feeling of neglect can be extremely traumatic for senior citizens. As people age, we may feel less needed by our younger loved ones and this emotional condition may lead to worse cases such as depression and the instinct to recoil from society. In order to preserve our elderly loved ones’ well-being, we have to…
December 4, 2013 News for People with Disabilities
Preventing and Countering Heat-related Illnesses for Seniors
A mere heat discomfort can lead to even worse outcomes such as dehydration and heat stroke. This can be particularly dangerous for older adults whose bodies’ tolerance against these complications have significantly decreased through time. In order to protect senior citizens from various heat-related illnesses, they and their caregivers must be well-informed about these dangers…
December 4, 2013 Home Safety NJ
The Importance of Knowing Your Environment
Being aware of the potential risks in your home’s area can save you from a lot of trouble in the future. This awareness becomes even more important for senior citizens who sometimes have difficulty protecting themselves in times of danger or when they encounter certain accidents. When you are well-informed about the possible man-made and…
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Community Senior Assistance Efforts
Nowadays, seniors do not only have to worry about all the health-related risks that accompany aging. As if these concerns are not enough, now they also have to be extra careful not to end up dealing with scammers who prey on the helpless elderly. For this reason, it is very important for all communities to…
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Smoke Detectors in a Senior’s Home
Many senior citizens underestimate the importance of having functional fire alarms and smoke detectors in their homes. These devices may not be able to carry you out of your house when a fire occurs, but they will allow you to realize its presence sooner, giving you more time to escape the building before the fire…
. November 20, 2013 Home Safety NJ
Firefighters Volunteer to Create a
Wheelchair Ramp for Veteran
On November 7, several trucks gathered around Jerry and Neita White’s home in Clark County, Las Vegas. Jerry White is an 83-year-old World War II veteran who suffered from several emergency surgeries and strokes in the last couple of years. He spent over 20 years working at the Nevada Test Site and has encountered a…
November 14, 2013 Stair Lifts NJ
The Real Deal about Stair Lifts and How it Changes Lives
Although getting a stair lift can be expensive, the convenience it provides to the owner surpasses every cent spent for one. Stair lifts are usually electrically powered, although there are some models that have battery backups which are ideal for power outages. This machine is a great benefit for people with disabilities, the elderly, and…
January 14, 2014 Home Safety NJ
Mother Concerned about Disabled Son’s Safety on the School Bus
A mom from East Texas has expressed deep concern about her disabled son’s safety on the Colmesneil ISD bus. Her 15-year-old disabled son is the first wheelchair bound student in the school district. The school bus has no air conditioner and her son is very sensitive to heat. For two years, Lori Kibodeaux has been…
January 13, 2014 News for People with Disabilities
Tongue Piercing’ Helps Paralyzed Patients Drive Wheelchairs
Tongue piercings may not just be fashion statement these days as scientists have found a use for them that could help change the lives of people with physical disabilities. A new device is allowing paralyzed people to maneuver their wheelchairs just by flicking their tongue in the right direction. Users will have to get their…
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Dealing with Diabetes for Seniors
Dealing with diabetes can be a struggle for many seniors, especially when they are conditioned to instantly change their lifestyle in order to cope with their condition. Although completely shifting to a healthier practices would be ideal, one must remember to take it one step at a time. Watch out for the signs and symptoms…
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Chinese Government Enhancing Senior Care Services
China has released a guideline on enhancing senior care services for elderlies aged 60 and above. The government released 24 departments, including a national working committee on aging, which aim for comprehensive and improved policies and services for the elderly, a more respectful public environment for the and more effective implementation of various policies by…
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Minnesota Politician Delays Medicaid
Cuts for Elderly
American politician and current Governor of Minnesota, serving since 2011, is delaying a set of Medicaid rule changes that would have caused about 2,600 low-income elderly Minnesotans to lose benefits, covering home and nursing care for elderly. Mark Dayton ordered the state Department of Human Services (DHS) to postpone the Medicaid cuts for a year…
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Perfect Gift for Seniors, Surfing for Inspiration
Are you having some trouble finding the perfect present for your senior citizen loved ones? Well, you may be pleased to know that you’re not the only one. Many people are now surfing the web just to get ideas on the most efficient, creative and thoughtful gift that they could offer their own elderly family…
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HomeFit and CarFit Events for Seniors
Are you using the right type of vehicle for your age and condition? For seniors, this questions becomes even more crucial, which is why the Town ‘N Country Senior Center offered HomeFit and CarFit programs for the older adults in the community. The events aim to educate seniors not only about choosing the right home and…
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A Safe Home for Senior Citizens
A safe home is one that’s well-kept. As we age, we become more prone to various domestic accidents making it even more important to maintain the order in every room in our homes and keep them up-to-date with the latest security measures. Here are some tips in keeping your home safe and hazard-free keep every…
December 16, 2013 Home Safety NJ
Christmas Gift Ideas for Seniors
Coming up with an ideal Christmas gift for our elderly loved ones can be quite a challenge – though we may be quite familiar with many of their needs, we’d also want to make this one extra special to give greater emphasis on the season. Surely though, the grandmas and grandpas in our families will…
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Reforming Senior Care in Quebec
A new bill has been passed in Quebec that is set to reform senior care there. The bill aims to help seniors who do not want to be institutionalized. It would give them the means to be taken care of at home. The bill recognizes the fact that most seniors would rather stay at home…
. December 12, 2013 Chair Lifts NJ
Senior Citizen Housing Taxes Face Possible Discontinuation
Redevelopment plans for Gates Circle has been giving government and other local officials a headache. They have been trying to determine whether it is righteous to provide senior citizen homes with tax exemptions. TM Montante Development spearheads this project, with a budget amounting to $63 million. Twenty eight million ($28 million) is allocated for the…
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Senior Care Unit in Clinton Memorial
Not all hospitals have senior care unit and that’s a terrible lack. At Clinton Memorial Hospital that disadvantage is being remedied already. The hospital is opening its own senior care unit. The new unit is aimed to help with senior psychiatric care. According to an article from Tristan Navera for bizjournals.com, “The hospital’s new Senior…
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