Posts by Pat Tarantino
Mount Sinai to Host Free Community Heart Health Fairs in February
Representatives from the Mount Sinai Health System recently contacted SelectCare with a month’s worth of free health screenings, expert lectures and healthy cooking demonstrations throughout New York City. February is American Heart Month, which highlights healthy habits everyone can adopt in order to promote cardiovascular health. Cardiovascular disease remains the #1 cause of death amongst…
Read MoreSelectCare Celebrates American Heart Month in the Kitchen
February is American Heart Month (as well as really, really cold) and to celebrate the occasion, SelectCare wanted to talk about cardiovascular disease (CVD), which remains the #1 cause of death in the United States. While the frequency of CVD-related deaths amongst men and women 65 to 74 years old has dropped in recent years,…
Read MoreNew York State Comptroller Outlines New Services for Seniors
Elder advocates from the Senior Umbrella Network of Brooklyn (SUN-B) recently hosted New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli, who outlined new and improving services available for seniors and the caregiver community. Speaking to a packed house at the SS Joachim and Anne Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Brighton Beach, DiNapoli commended SUN-B members, including…
Read MoreThe Winter Blues – Seasonal Affective Disorders (SAD)
As the temperature drops and New York’s snowbirds take flight, those of us staying in the city can expect a colder, snowier Winter. In preparation for the coming cold, the staff of SelectCare Home Health Services wanted to cover a winter-specific healthcare challenge that doctors are only now beginning to fully understand: Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).…
Read MoreHoarding in The Elderly Community
“Experts say hoarders find reassurance in their collections, even though these piles of items can create dangerous living conditions for the hoarder and their neighbors.” SelectCare is dedicated to learning new ways we can make a difference in our clients’ lives. Our most recent lesson discussed hoarding in the elderly community and was presented by…
Read MoreWinter Walking Safety: No Cane, No Gain!
At SelectCare Home Care Services, we understand that New York winters create a challenge for anyone trying to get around town. But for those of us who already have difficulties walking, an icy sidewalk can be impassable without an assistive device like a cane, rollator, or walker. While SelectCare’s Home Health Aides are always available…
Read MoreFamily Caregiver Stress
Caring for a family member or friend stricken with a chronic condition can be a heartbreaking task, especially for individuals who are still employed or facing health challenges of their own. While we at SelectCare Home Care Services understand that no one can provide the unique, personal touch of a loved one, we pride ourselves…
Read MoreGreat Gift Ideas for The Disabled
Our Thanksgiving turkeys haven’t made it into the oven yet, but the Internet is already abuzz with gift guides for the holiday season. While most of these lists focus on consumer electronics and other forms of gadgetry, Liz Jackson’s The Girl with the Purple Cane blog has compiled some brilliant gift ideas for disabled friends…
Read MoreTechnology For Seniors Designed To Keep Your Loved Ones Safe
Technologies for people over 50 was a hot category at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES), which is not surprising since many tech-savvy baby boomers are now at or past retirement age. Three High Tech Ideas Seniors Might Want Here are few great ideas beyond cell phone and tablets, which are also in demand among…
Read MoreTips For Choosing Holiday Gifts For Seniors
With the holidays approaching, those who have senior relatives in their lives often struggle with the best gifts to buy. Many older people, who may be in the process of divesting possessions, do not need the array of scarves, jewelry and knickknacks that are frequent gifts. What are ideal holiday gifts for seniors that they…
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