College of Charleston Center for Creative Retirement (CCR)
STAY ACTIVE AND ENGAGED: College of Charleston Center for Creative Retirement (CCR) is a group of seniors – some retired, some about to retire – interested in lifelong learning. Lectures are Mondays weekly at 1 pm for 40-45 minutes, with Q & A, followed by a half-hour break with snacks and drinks and then another […]
NEW Medicare Cards are Coming
NEW Medicare Cards are Coming Medicare over a period of time is automatically mailing new Medicare paper cards to all people with Medicare. You will have a new unique Medicare Number rather than your social security number. Your coverage and benefits will not change. Once you get your new card, destroy the old card. See https://www.mymedicare.gov/ […]
MEET HOME CARE PLUS CAREGIVER OF THE MONTH Shirley P. was July Caregiver of the Month
For the last 2 years Shirley has consistently been ready, willing and able to do the tasks not only for her established assigned clients but also encourages and accepts additional assistance above and beyond the call for other clients in need.
ENHANCE YOUR LIFE Simple Ideas for Seniors Try these ideas!
ENHANCE YOUR LIFE Simple Ideas for Seniors Try these ideas! Use Your Senses: > The Gift of Taste – Taste different flavors of ice cream, tea or fruit > The Gift of Sound – Listen to music or different sounds of animals or nature > The Gift of Smell – Sniff a bundle of fragrant fresh flowers or […]
Even If You Are Not Thirsty DRINK WATER– Your Life May Depend on It
Water is vital for organ function. It transports nutrients to our cells and helps us stay energized, mentally sharp and it is necessary to balance electrolyte and mineral levels to keep muscles in operational health. Dehydration can be a serious health issue for seniors. Even a slight lack of water can: > make your heart […]
EAT YOUR WATER!
EAT YOUR WATER! It can be hard to maintain the optimal water content in your body–especially during hot summer months. You can also eat water! Fruits and vegetables help you stay hydrated because of high water content. Cantelope/Melon – 92% Celery – 95% Cucumbers – 96% Grapefruit – 92% Peppers – 93% Radishes – 95% Squash/Zucchini […]
Meet Kristina C. – June Caregiver of the Month
Kristina is very sincere and has a strong understanding and connection with her client. That is extraordinary, especially for a young caregiver. She is treated as part of the family.
You don’t need to have balance or ability to stand up to exercise
It is important for healthy aging to keep moving with everyday activities and exercise. But many elders may not have mobility, balance or ability to stand for more than a couple minutes or seconds. Chair exercises for seniors are easy on the joints and have proven to provide many benefits for those seeking lower impact […]
See Nostalgic Articles Free to Read On-line
Nostalgic magazines in PDF form that have been scanned and indexed by Matt Jacobsen for our enjoyment can be found at Old Magazine Articles. The old articles, essays, poetry, cartoons and photographs have all been collected from different libraries, bookshops and yard sales throughout the United States and Europe. It’s an eclectic mix, ranging from […]
Yvonne A.W. Honored as an Extraordinary Caregiver
We announce Yvonne as an extraordinary honored Caregiver. She is very compassionate and dedicated to the well-being of each client. A partial quote from her client, words used to describe her “…incredible job, and she pays attention to every detail.” She has been sought after to increase the time spent caring for her clients. She was […]
