Posts by Pat Tarantino
Are you ready for New York City’s next snow storm?
New York City’s 2018 snow season began with a heavy snowfall in mid-November that took the city and its residents largely by surprise. With such heavy snowfall already on the books, SelectCare wishes to provide our community with some helpful tips and resources that can make life a little easier during snow season. Clearing Snow…
Read MoreMedication Safety for Seniors
As medical technology continues to advance, physicians have access to an ever-growing toolbox of pharmaceutical drugs. While new medications allow doctors and patients to approach complex medical conditions from new angles, the average senior’s treatment plan has become increasingly complex. Eighty Seven (68%) percent of American seniors take at least one prescription drug, while 36…
Read MoreExercising Over 60
When it comes to physical fitness, the old adage of “use it or lose it” rings true – especially as we age! While most people wait until the new year to make ambitious exercise resolutions, the healthiest approach to staying fit hinges on developing a well-rounded, achievable exercise routine that you can follow every week.…
Read MoreFoot Care for Seniors
New Yorkers don’t need to participate in a marathon to put their feet through some serious paces over the course of their lifetimes. As residents of a “walking city,” our ability to comfortably travel on foot can play a major role in preserving our long-term independence as we age. In this week’s blog, we will…
Read MoreIs Your New York City Apartment Ready for Winter?
Winter weather is just around the corner in New York City, and that means now is the best time to ensure your home is prepared for what meteorologists predict to be another particularly cold season. Winter Weather and the Elderly Cold weather can be a hazard at any age, but the risk is particularly serious…
Read MoreAre You Prepared for Flu Season?
As the temperature drops and we move through October, public health officials are urging everyone to make preparations for flu season. In an effort to better protect our community, read on for important information about flu season, vaccinations and how SelectCare Home Care Services protects our clients and caregivers alike. Understanding the hazard While a…
Read MoreTop 5 In-Home Caregiver Skills and Traits
SelectCare Home Care Services believes the key to providing quality in-home care is to match each client with a small team of home caregivers who have the specific combination of skills, experience and personality traits needed to help each client overcome obstacles specific to their life. Just as no two clients are alike, every caregiver…
Read MoreDance Group Helps NYC Seniors Find Their Rhythm
Dancing Programs for Seniors in New York City It’s perfectly natural to notice little changes in life as we grow older, but when a good song comes on, a dancer is still a dancer at any age. Dancing is one of the best ways to stay active in our later years – swaying legs, hips…
Read MoreDeveloping a Long Term Care Mindset
Steps to Plan for Long Term Care New York City has earned a reputation as a great location to age in place (remaining in your long-time home), however, the wealth of support and resources available to New York City seniors does not eliminate the need for good long term care planning. In this week’s blog,…
Read MoreEmergency Preparedness Tools for New Yorkers
September is Emergency Preparedness Month There’s no shortage of excitement in New York City, and while events like an unexpected street fair or bumping into an old friend can be a great surprise, the realities of living in a big city mean there are other types of surprises as well, like transit disruptions, power outages…
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