Category Archives: Healthcare
Did You Know Seniors Are Advised to Play Games?
“And it is still true, no matter how old you are, when you go out into the world it is best to hold hands and stick together.” — Robert Fulghum, author Just because seniors have already reached their golden years, that does not mean they should also stop having fun. Every senior, whether they have … Continue reading
Caregiving 101: Mistakes You Should and Must Avoid
“Love seeks one thing only; the good of the one loved. It leaves all the other secondary effects to take care of themselves. Love, therefore, is its own reward.” — Thomas Merton, Trappist monk One of the most challenging and daunting jobs one can have in the healthcare industry is CAREGIVING. Taking care of a … Continue reading
Why Seniors Need Emotional Support from Family and Friends
“Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.” — Leo Buscaglia, Author Life experiences are composed of ups and downs, and seniors had already gone through … Continue reading
Gentle Ways to Handle Cranky Seniors
“Too many of the elderly do not have the family or the communal attachments necessary to feel valued; too many are widowed or otherwise alone; too many live in surroundings where they are essentially without the companionship necessary to stimulate a mind in danger of deteriorating.” — Sherwin B. Nuland One way or another, your … Continue reading
Benefits You Can Get from Therapy Services
“For many people, managing pain involves using prescription medicine in combination with complementary techniques like physical therapy, acupuncture, yoga and massage. I appreciate this because I truly believe medical care should address the person as a whole – their mind, body, and spirit.” – Naomi Judd Life situations can often disrupt our normal functions, leaving … Continue reading