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Why Everyone Over 50 Should be Training for the Senior Games

by Phil Campbell, M.S., M.A., FACHE Senior Games participant and author of Ready, Set, GO! Synergy Fitness - 2nd EditionNew biomedical research proves why everyone over age 50 should be training for the Senior Games.Research discoveries in 2002 show that we can unleash the most powerful body fat-cutting, muscle-toning, anti-aging... Read More

How To Find Affordable Senior Housing

A few years ago Miranda M. became a widow. After a short time her grandson (her only available relative) persuaded her to move across several states to be closer to him.He located a nice retirement apartment where meals, housekeeping, and transportation are provided. By using her small Social Security income,... Read More

Review of the Changing Protein Requirements for Seniors

Youth, it is said, is wasted on the young. Too busy figuring life they hardly take the time to enjoy it. Fortunately, with medical research and scientific progress, lifespans have doubled over the last century. We can now start life at fifty and have another go at youth. Health consciousness,... Read More

Exercise Walking For Seniors: Preventing Foot Problems

Exercise has a very important role in the general health and the quality of life of everyone, but especially in seniors. Seniors who walk tend to look younger, sleep more soundly and have fewer visits to the doctor. Walking for 30 to 60 minutes four to six days a week... Read More

Arizona Assisted Living Homes -- The Alternative to High Priced Senior Care

The cost of skilled nursing care is slowly rising. Currently, the average cost of care in Arizona ranges from $3,500 to $4,500 per month. Skilled nursing facilities are great for seniors who require skilled nursing care by medical professionals such as registered nurses or physicians. However, is skilled nursing care... Read More

10 Tips to Keep a Family Caregiver from Losing Their Mind

Caring full time for a loved one can be a challenging task, and it takes a special person to get the job done right. Patience and compassion are the two top qualities a caregiver must possess in order to be successful. Caring for someone who suffers from Alzheimer's disease or... Read More

When Assistance with Long Term Care Becomes Necessary

According to the Administration on Aging, it is estimated by 2030, the older population will more than double to approximately 71.5 million. It is also estimated that between 39 to 49 percent of people will use nursing home services during their lifetime. Unfortunately, there may come a time when your... Read More

Caregiving Across The Miles?Tips for Successful Long Distance Caregiving

Caring for a parent or a loved one is a difficult job. Your duties as a caregiver become increasingly difficult as the miles increase between you and your loved one. The following are a few helpful tips in order to plan ahead in the event your loved one needs your... Read More

Scaling Down (Almost) Painlessly

Moving to a smaller house or apartment in a retirement community almost always involves a certain degree of trauma, both for the elder who's moving and for family members. However, by planning ahead you can reduce the discomfort involved and turn what might well become a nightmare into a pleasant... Read More

If Using The Stairs Has Become A Daily Struggle, A Stair lift Could Change Your Life

Using stairs is an everyday nightmare for many people. As we grow older the stairs in our home can become more of a struggle due to mobility problems associated with old age, an accident or illness. Often when out shopping or in a public place an alternative can be found... Read More

In The News:

GeckoSystems' Elder Care Robot Trials Result in More Japanese Interest
MarketWatch (press release)
"Our recently announced 'Mobile Robots in Motion' conference and ongoing world's first in home elder care robot trials have garnered many inquiries for us ...

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Fairfax County volunteer opportunities
Washington Post
... life-skills training, grant writing, elder care, early childhood education and care, crisis intervention, shelter and transitional housing. ...

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Lawyers and Settlements
For-Profit Elder Care Hospitals Subject of Investigation
Lawyers and Settlements
Tulsa, OK: Last month the New York Times published an in-depth exposé of elder abuse at many US care facilities. The story prompted the Senate Finance ...

Eldercare services to grow
Straits Times
The challenge of expanding the long-term and geriatric care sectors to meet an ageing patient profile was an issue highlighted by nine MPs in Parliament ...
Higher Medisave withdrawal limits for community hospital patientsChannel News Asia

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Gender Disparities Around the Globe: New Global Research
DiversityInc.com (subscription)
Eldercare, however, is the big elephant in the room that many companies need to address. "Eldercare is a total nightmare," she said. ...

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Nightingale hailed exemplary model of care for older people by ...
Caring Business
The recommendations made in the CSJ's Elder Care Report will be presented to Goverment in 2011 with research commencing this month. ...

Florida home care services face the ax
The News-Press
Other state programs facing possible cuts include those that provide Alzheimer's and related dementia services, and community elder care programs. ...
OUR VIEW: Elder care cuts may end up costing moreNew Britain Herald
Working to move Home First bill forwardHillsboro Times Gazette
Extra money will speed care to low-income seniorsColumbus Dispatch

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Authorities Identify Couple In Alzheimer's Center Shooting
WITN
Authorities have released the identity of a couple shot Tuesday night at an elder care facility. Harriett Hargrove died in the shooting at the Alzheimer's ...

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Around Frisco: Wild things warning
Frisco Enterprise
The Visiting Nurse Association's Eldercare Friends program is looking for volunteers in Collin County to visit the homebound elderly and provide assistance ...

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Now 90 years young, Evan Calkins reflects fondly on his career in ...
Hamburg Sun
“I could see that there was a need for all organizations that provided elder care in our community — long term care providers, home care providers, ...

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