Keeping Older Adults Active During COVID-19
Older adults are a group that has been hit hard by COVID-19. They are at a higher risk of experiencing serious effects from the virus, and, in... Keep Reading
13 Halloween Costumes for People Who Use Wheelchairs
Halloween isn’t just for little kids anymore and neither is dressing up. In 2019, 68% of adults 18 and older planned to participate in... Keep Reading
The Power of Music in Caregiving (Senior Outlook Today)
Steve Toll, care enhancement specialist and musician, talks about how music triggers memories, not only of the song and the performer, but also how we... Keep Reading
Keeping the Home Safe and Sanitary During COVID-19
Health and safety are paramount for us all during COVID-19. However, we must take special care to protect people in at-risk groups. According to the.. Keep Reading
Robot Pets Make Good Companions for Seniors
Like shelter and food, companionship is one of the most important necessities in life. Having someone to talk to or attend outings with can make for.. Keep Reading
6 Questions to Ask a Home Care Agency
Finding a home care agency to watch over a parent, grandparent, spouse or another older loved one is a serious responsibility. Do you know what to... Keep Reading
Loneliness and Aging: An Epidemic
According to the results of a recent University of Michigan-AARP poll of adults between 50 and 80, one in three adults does not have regular... Keep Reading
Fall Risk Reduction for Aging Loved Ones
By Stephanie Wierzbicka, manager, strategic health programs, ComForCare Franchise Systems, LLC
You noticed a bruise on your.. Keep Reading
Making Masks More Comfortable for Older Adults
The coronavirus pandemic has been a frightening time for all of us, but it has been especially stressful for those in high-risk groups, including... Keep Reading
ComForCare and At Your Side Home Care Join Alzheimer's Foundation of America as National Members
ComForCare and At Your Side Home Care, franchised providers of in-home caregiving services, are new members of The Alzheimer's Foundation of... Keep Reading
The Benefits of Singing
By Steve Toll, care enhancement specialist
When I was a kid, my mother would play the piano, and both of my parents would sing together.. Keep Reading
The Cost of Keeping Caregivers and their Clients Safe During a Pandemic
According to the CDC, the risk for severe illness from COVID-19 among adults increases with age, with older adults at highest risk. That makes the hea... Keep Reading
Staying Safe During Summer Vacation
Summer is here once again, which means sunny days, hot weather, and of course a well-deserved and long-awaited vacation. Unfortunately, this year we.. Keep Reading
Tips for an Effective Telemedicine Appointment for Older Adults
More and more states are beginning to open after relaxing rules and regulations regarding which businesses can open and how many people can gather at. Keep Reading
The Impact of Music on Our Memories
By Steve Toll, care enhancement specialist
I will never forget the first time I saw Louis Armstrong perform live at the Steel Pier in... Keep Reading
Safely Storing Medication Around Grandchildren
For children, visiting their grandparents’ house can be a fun and exciting place to explore. Not only do they get a chance to see their family.. Keep Reading
Easing Grief After Loss for Older Adults During COVID-19
The coronavirus (COVID-19) fatality rate has surpassed 100,000 confirmed deaths in the United States as of the end of May. This is a trying time for.. Keep Reading
The "Music Man" of COVID-19
Steve Toll sings tunes from the 30s to the 60s in a quest to connect with seniors and those living with dementia through music and conversation. When ... Keep Reading
Cooking Up a Positive Attitude With Leftovers
By Steve Toll, care enhancement specialist
I have always loved to cook. I remember as a young boy watching attentively, especially on... Keep Reading
Virtual Reality: Not Just for the Young
We usually associate the latest technology with the young, but in the case of virtual reality (VR), the earliest adopters seem to be the elderly. If.. Keep Reading
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