The month of February is more than just the month for expressing our “hearts” to others, it is also the month for Heart Health Awareness! A time to take some of that love and share it with yourself by checking in with your physical health. If heart-related concerns are relevant for you then this is […]
Research has found that many individuals with Parkinson’s Disease do not receive medication in a timely fashion or the proper dosage, and experience complications during a hospital visit. There are great risks when going to the hospital during an emergency. There are things that can be done to prevent prevent problems. One way is for […]
This time of year is meant to support those who have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and to spread awareness about the ailments of the disease as well. Power for Parkinson’s is a nonprofit organization located in Austin, Texas that provides free fitness, dance, and singing classes for people with Parkinson’s disease. Their mission is […]
It comes as no surprise that many older adults are reluctant to use durable medical equipment, or DME, when necessary. DME can come in many forms: from a hospital bed to a wheelchair, from a cane to a walker. Even a shower bench, grab bars, or other shower equipment are considered DME. There can be […]
April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month! There are two diets that are suggested through studies to help slow the onset of Parkinson’s disease. These diets care called the Mediterranean Diet and the MIND Diet. You may be familiar with the Mediterranean diet, but the MIND diet is very similar. The MIND diet is a combination of […]
Most Americans consume 3,400 milligrams of sodium per day, which is greater than the recommended intake of 2,300 milligrams. Based on the amount of salt found in most food products, it can be difficult to stay under this limit. It is commonly known that salt intake and hypertension (high blood pressure) are closely linked, but […]
Part of Saint Patrick’s Day is about expressing gratitude and being thankful for what we have. With this leprechaun card, you can write down any grateful thoughts and feelings that you have to someone that you care for. You can send a greeting card/letter/artwork at any time, which always brightens someone’s day. Have the grandkids do some activities […]
Over-the-counter hearing aids could FINALLY be available without a prescription! This would give people with hearing loss an affordable alternative to hearing aids. A survey conducted in 2012 found that only about 14% of adults with hearing loss reported wearing hearing aids. This is shockingly low, but there are many reasons for this: Hearing aids […]
March is both National Nutrition Month and Save Your Vision Month. We want to encourage you to keep both your nutrition and eye health in mind this month. There are many essential vitamins and nutrients that can be found in your local grocery store that can help prevent the development or reverse the effects of […]
Due to staffing shortages, one nursing home in Media, Pennsylvania found a modern solution to this issue. Many nursing homes are currently having a hard time finding servers to work in their dining facility. In order to continue providing quality service to residents and guests, Wesley Enhanced Living Main Line has employed the help of […]