The Amazing Health Benefits of Pets
Anyone who has owned a pet knows the joy an animal can bring to one’s life. You often hear enthusiasts…
Living at Home With Heart Disease
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States—but according to the National Institutes of Health, heart disease is also one of the most preventable conditions. Most people with heart disease prefer to remain in the comfort of their own home rather than move to a nursing home or other care community. Get info on in-home care through Assisting Hands Home Care.
Is Winter Really Heart Attack Season?
We often hear of a person being rushed to the hospital with a heart attack after shoveling snow. Is snow…
Healthy Aging, Legal & Financial, Planning Ahead
Helping Aging Parents Who Want to Remain at Home
As a recent Congressional Budget Office (CBO) report predicted a doubling of nursing home and other long-term care costs, the…
IFA: Emerging Franchisor Conference
Legal & Financial, News, Planning Ahead
Marketers May Use “Graywashing” to Attract Senior Consumers
Baby boomers and their parents—until recently viewed as virtually non-existent by many marketers—are fast becoming coveted customers. People age 50…
Healthy Aging, News, Volunteering
Prepping Your Produce for Safe Eating
This is the time of year when lovely fresh produce is in abundance. But be sure to take precautions before…
Healthy Aging, News, Volunteering
Foodbourne Illness in Produce Can Be Spread by Utensils
How is your garden going this year? This is the time of year when lovely fresh produce is in abundance….
Negative Symptoms of Medication and Management Techniques
Most seniors would prefer to receive care in the comfort and familiar surroundings of their own home. Yet many have…
August 24-30 spotlights vaccines for adults; what immunizations do seniors need?
August is National Immunization Awareness Month During August’s National Immunization Awareness Month, experts remind Americans that vaccines save lives and…
August is National Immunization Awareness Month
During August’s National Immunization Awareness Month, experts remind Americans that vaccines save lives and protect health.