Tag archive for ‘seniors’
National Movement Focuses on Choice and Independence for the Elderly
This article from the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette discusses how a national culture change movement that calls for the reversal of the traditional nursing home model changes the way we care for seniors. This movement is designed to foster independence. Click below to learn more.
Cheese Found to Improve Immune Response in Elders
A research team of scientists in Finland have discovered that cheese can help to enhance the immune system in seniors by acting as carrier for probiotic bacteria. Review the study results in this article from Long-Term Living.
This Wii Bowling is Serious !
This article from Massachusetts Wicked Local shows us how much enjoyment seniors are having by playing the Wii Bowling Game. Click below for full article and link to The National Senior League Wii Bowl website.
Rockin’ The Retirement Home
Read this article from CNN Money to learn about Linked Senior, the first audio entertainment center for the elderly.
U.S. Drug Move Said to Deprive Elderly
Many of the nation’s nursing homes are experiencing delays in obtaining the much needed pain medications for their patients due to a narcotics crackdown by the Drug Enforcement Administration. Learn the reasons why in this article from The New York Times.
Health Care Bill’s Passage was a “Sad Day for Seniors”
This article from Current-Argus of New Mexico discusses how the new health care bill will effect seniors in skilled nursing home facilities and Medicare recipients.
Breaking Up with Doctors Caring for Aging Parents
This article from Ezine Articles discusses the importance of a healthy family relationship with your elderly loved ones physician.
Your Senior Health Care Bill: $260,000 !
According to a new study by the Center for Retirement Research at Boston College, it is estimated that a average couple from the age of 65 until they pass away will need $260,000 to pay for out-of-pocket medical costs and nursing home fees. Learn more in this article from Inside Elder Care.
Finding Balance in Hard Times
This article from Vermont’s Rutland Herald discusses the importance of expecting state leaders to keep hope and justice in these challenging economic times.
“Miracle” makes Valentines Day so Sweet for two Golden Oldies
Here is a story from Californina’s The Sun that shows how even at the golden age of 84 and 91 true love can be found.
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