Senior Health Care Tips
Understanding Independent and Assisted Living Facilities
Choosing the best long-term living solution for an older adult can be one of the most challenging questions a family will face. While remaining at home and bringing support into the household through home health care is often seen as the least disruptive solution to this question, some seniors instead choose to move into specially-designed…
Read MoreMedicare Tips – How to Stay Healthy with Preventative Services
One of the easiest and most important ways to achieve healthy aging is by anticipating and preventing chronic diseases before they become major health hazards. Fortunately, adults aged 65 or older who have Medicare Part B plans are entitled to 30 different health screenings and counseling services designed to do just that at low or…
Read MoreManaging Bills for an Older Loved One
Staying ahead of bills and other financial obligations is a lifelong chore, but as we age, this task can become a greater burden due to medical events, cognitive changes, and the increasing complexity of budgeting on a fixed income. The following blog covers straightforward steps you can take now to assist an older loved one…
Read MoreHoliday Gatherings and Dementia
With the holiday season underway and many families reuniting for the first time in nearly two years, this year’s holiday gatherings feel more important than ever. Family gatherings are cherished moments, but can become extremely stressful for loved ones experiencing dementia, especially if this is the first year where the condition becomes noticeable to others.…
Read MorePreventing Dehydration in Older Adults
Our bodies are in a constant state of change, and as we age, minor changes in our bodies’ needs can have a major impact on our lives and overall health. One of the most important, but often-overlooked age-related changes involves an increased risk of dehydration. Read on to learn how our body’s ability to detect dehydration…
Read MoreDepartment for the Aging Offers Resources for New Family Caregivers
New York City is home to an estimated one million people who provide unpaid care and assistance to family members, friends and neighbors. In many cases these caregivers are the sole lifeline for a person in need, providing day-to-day assistance with tasks ranging from errands and transport to assistance with medication, meals and other critical…
Read MoreHow to Become a Paid Family Caregiver
Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) As America’s senior population continues to grow, more adult children than ever are taking active roles in their parents’ ongoing care. Helping a loved one with day-to-day errands, transportation and medical tasks is extremely rewarding, but balancing caregiver and personal responsibilities can be a challenge for even the most…
Read MoreA Senior Guide to CBD – Legality, Use and Safety
CBD Overview In recent years, CBD (cannabidiol) products have found their way onto store shelves across New York City. CBD manufacturers and users tout a variety of mental and physical benefits, but like any new healthcare development, a quick online search generates nearly as many questions as answers. In this guide, we will explain where…
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 MoreNew York City Safety for Senior Pedestrians
One of the best perks of aging in New York City is that you can find almost anything you need, from supermarkets, hospitals and pharmacies to libraries and parks just a few blocks from your front door. The city’s density means older New Yorkers remain active pedestrians far longer than those aging in suburban and…
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