Vitamin Recommendations: Feel Better and Stay Stronger!
I don’t know about you, but when it comes to vitamins — which ones to take and how much — I get a little overwhelmed. Some doctors don’t really say […]
Senior Volunteerism: More Beneficial Than You Might Think!
As an organization, Covenant Methodist Senior Services has always held volunteerism in very high regard. We clearly understand the value that volunteering creates for its community, but we also strongly […]
30 Newer Movies that Older Adults Can Enjoy
Entertainment. We love to be entertained. Sometimes, nothing is more entertaining than a good movie. Who doesn’t love getting lost in a thick twisted plot of a great drama or […]
Communicating With Your Doctor
Establishing good communication with your doctor is essential. The more you communicate with your doctor, the more she/he will communicate with you. Prior to your next doctor visit, consider doing […]
Say Goodbye to Procrastination
We all find ourselves at one point or another saying, “I’ll get to it tomorrow” or “I don’t want to deal with that right now.” Days pass, weeks slip, and […]
Caregivers: The Importance of Adaptation
I can remember as a child how the adults around me would constantly remind their children how difficult it is to be a parent. It is a truism often stated […]
Music for the Memory and Soul
Whether your style is the jazz age of Louis and Ella, the big band swing of Benny Goodman, or the blues of the 40’s that sprouted into the rock ‘n’ […]
Computer Usability for Older Adults: Tips for Making Things Easier
The population of older adults using computers is growing more than any other age group. Unfortunately, with age usually comes a decrease in finger dexterity as well as vision – […]
Pet Therapy: Dogs and Cats and Rabbits — Oh My!
Who hasn’t heard the ‘oouhhs’ and ‘awwws’ that come with seeing a kitten chasing a string or a dog sleeping peacefully? We naturally can’t help but respond in the same […]
Dehydration: Be Aware of the Symptoms
As Administrator of a Nursing Home, there are a myriad of issues that I train my staff to focus on to help ensure we are providing excellent care. On the […]
Exercise Tips for Older Adults
We all know exercise is good for everyone. However, there seems to be some fear or trepidation when it comes to exercise for seniors. What is classified as too strenuous? […]
Drink Tea to Reduce the Risk of Stroke
Did you know that drinking three or more cups of black or green tea a day reduces the risk of a stroke by 21 percent? The results of a recent […]
Snacking with Diabetes: A Good Combination When Done Properly
If you, like my mother, are one of the more than 12 million Americans over the age of 60 with diabetes, a proper nutrition plan designed just for you is […]
