How To Celebrate Older Americans Month In Style
May is the month designated as Older Americans Month, and this year’s theme has been tabbed as ‘Aging Unbound’, an attempt to dispel stereotypes about aging and explore a number of different aging experiences. If you have a senior loved one in your home, or if you...
Common Eating Disorders In The Senior Community
February has been designated as National Eating Disorders Awareness Month, and while you might think that eating disorders are limited to teenagers and young adults, the number of seniors who have eating disorders has steadily been increasing. In many cases, these are...
Reducing The Risk Of Colorectal Cancer As We Age
Reducing The Risk Of Colorectal Cancer As We AgeEvery year since 2000, March has been designated as National Colorectal Cancer Month, and the whole point of this designation is to help increase people’s awareness of the disease, so they can have it diagnosed early and...
Navigating Challenges: Supporting Seniors on World Sickle Cell Day
Introduction: World Sickle Cell Day, observed on June 19th each year, serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges faced by individuals living with sickle cell disease (SCD). While much attention is often given to the impact of SCD on children and young adults,...
Celebrating Fathers: Senior Care Tips for Father’s Day
Introduction: Father’s Day is not only a time to honor the dads in our lives but also an opportunity to ensure their health and well-being, especially as they age. As our fathers grow older, their needs may change, requiring a shift in how we care for them. This...
Empowering Minds: Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month in Elder Care
Introduction: June is not just a month of blooming flowers and warmer weather; it’s also Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. This annual observance serves as a crucial reminder of the challenges faced by millions worldwide living with Alzheimer’s disease and other...
Accessibility Matters: National Wheelchair Beautification Month for Elders
Every July, the spirit of creativity and inclusivity comes alive with National Wheelchair Beautification Month. This unique celebration encourages wheelchair users to personalize and decorate their wheelchairs, transforming these essential mobility devices into...