Our sense of touch relies on a network of peripheral nerves that branch off the spinal cord and send signals to the brain. Nerves in our skin and throughout our bodies alert us to everything from the gentlest tickle to the most painful injury. Neuropathy, or damage to one or more … [Read more...] about It’s Heck Getting Old: Neuropathy
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Staying Safe, Happy, and Connected
The year 2020 has been all about making plans and then having to deal with whatever life throws your way. Staff at personal care, assisted living, and memory care communities continue to work to keep residents socially active, emotionally healthy, and physically safe from … [Read more...] about Staying Safe, Happy, and Connected
Be Prepared For Doctor Visits
Taking the elderly to a physician’s appointment allows them to get out of the house and be engaged in their own health issues by confiding in their physician and receiving a reassuring response. Developing a good plan for regular medical follow up is important to: • Allow … [Read more...] about Be Prepared For Doctor Visits
Don’t Be Duped
How fraudsters are taking advantage of COVID-19 to scam you Kathleen (*not her real name) was smitten. She received multiple texts like this each day from her new beau. In her 60s and widowed in 2019 after more than 40 years of marriage, Kathleen found herself lonely during … [Read more...] about Don’t Be Duped
Entertain and Engage
Looking for ideas to keep your loved one engaged? • Drop off pre-packaged craft supplies. Make sure the packages are easy to open and directions are written large. • Help them do some face-to-face online communication or join their church’s live stream worship … [Read more...] about Entertain and Engage