National Sunglasses Day June 27th
Sunglasses are more than a fashion statement; they are essential in protecting the eyes. Eye care is more important the older you get. Seniors can be more prone than most to eye problems, especially those related to exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays. Eyesight tends to worsen with age, and many older people report blurred or […]
MEET HOME CARE PLUS CAREGIVER OF THE MONTH
MEET HOME CARE PLUS CAREGIVER OF THE MONTH Shameka W. has been providing great care through Home Care Plus since the beginning of 2019. Since then she has been a sought after, reliable caregiver who has accepted many client patient cases and has always been ready, willing and able to assist in whatever way makes […]
THANK A NURSE!
THANK A NURSE! National Nurses Week is celebrated May 6 (National Nurses’ Day) through May 12, the birthday of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing. In 1993, the American Nurses Association declared May 6-12 as the national week to celebrate and elevate the nursing profession. There are over 4 million registered nurses in America.
VACCINATIONS ARE IMPORTANT: Focus Measles and Shingles
Misinformation about vaccines is still widely reported. The Assistant Secretary for Health, Surgeon General, and CDC Director focus on Americans’ health and the importance of vaccines for all Americans. Click here for more info about vaccinations. Modern vaccines are highly effective and safe, with most serious side effects being exceptionally rare — and much less serious than […]
Get Help with Your Taxes
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) offers many different kinds of resources to answer your federal tax questions and address topics that matter to older taxpayers. Including Free Income Tax Return Preparation Help, Free Federal Tax Resources for Seniors and Retirees, Special Programs for Eligible Taxpayers, Military Tax Benefits, and Tax Help for Individuals with Disabilities. USA.gov’s […]
April Fools’ Day- Laughter is good for health!
Laugh! Monday is April Fools’ Day! For well-being and good health, giggles are serious. Research suggests humor can improve short-term memory. According to the Mayo Clinic, laughter is an excellent stress reliever, reduces the “stress hormone” cortisol. “Begin by laughing more daily,” A rehabilitation scientist, Bains said. “It will improve your quality of life.” “Laughter […]
St. Patrick’s Day fun and blessings.
Saint Patrick’s Day is Sunday, March 17. Get into the spirit by wearing green. Eat Irish food. Use food coloring to turn your ginger ale or beer green! -May you be forever blessed: -May the Irish hills caress you. -May her lakes and rivers bless you. -May the luck of the Irish enfold you. -May the […]
Save your heart: Laugh away the post-holiday blues and the winter doldrums…
“Knock, knock. Who’s there?” … Orange you glad? It’s a good idea to laugh away the post-holiday blues and the winter doldrums… Well-being and good health, giggles are serious. According to the Mayo Clinic, laughter is an excellent stress reliever, and reduction of the “stress hormone” cortisol leads to numerous other health benefits. Researchers at […]
What is Your Risk? FREE Way to Assess Risk of Developing Breast Cancer
The Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Tool Estimate a woman’s risk of developing invasive breast cancer over the next 5 years and up to age 90 (lifetime risk). The tool uses a woman’s personal medical and reproductive history and the history of breast cancer among her first-degree relatives (mother, sisters, daughters) to estimate absolute breast cancer […]
LEARN: About Meals on Wheels
Meals on Wheels has 5,000 +/- community-based locations. Service programs provide more than a million nutritious meals each day to qualifying senior citizens who otherwise are isolated or would go hungry. Depending on the needs of the senior community, meals are served at senior centers or delivered to the homes of seniors with limited mobility. […]
