What Is Aphasia and How Can Speech Therapy Help?
According to the National Aphasia Association, “Aphasia affects about two million Americans and is more common than Parkinson’s Disease, cerebral palsy, or muscular dystrophy. Nearly 180,000 Americans acquire the disorder each year. However, most people have never heard of it.” Aphasia, or the inability to communicate, is a common problem among older adults; often occurring […]
It’s Complicated: Caregiving When You Have Small Kids
Caregiving is hard no matter what. But if you’re one of the millions of Americans in the Sandwich Generation providing both child and elder care, it can be especially challenging. All too often, the choice to care for aging parents or other family members is made in haste, usually in response to a recent health-related […]
Switching to Senior LIFE for Your Community HealthChoices Medical Assistance Plan
The state’s new health plan, Community HealthChoices (CHC), took effect on January 1 for some areas of Pennsylvania, while other areas of the state are still to follow, with implementation to begin in January 2019. The new program is mandatory for Medicaid recipients who are 21 years of age and have Medicare and Medicaid or […]
6 Men’s Health Issues You Should Know About
June is Men’s Health Month—a time for raising awareness about health conditions and older men’s health issues. Men often let their health fall by the wayside, even as they grow older. As long as they feel healthy and productive, most men don’t consider the risks behind serious men’s health issues. But just like you’d take […]
Centered on You: Understanding Patient-centered Care
Considering the benefits of Senior LIFE? Our individualized, patient-centered care may be what sets us apart. But what exactly do we mean by person-centered care? Basically, it’s exactly what it sounds like. It’s a way of providing care that focuses intently on the needs and wants of the individual person. This method of care perfectly […]
Keeping Up Appearances—Senior Hygiene
As we age, our ability to perform the daily routine of living often decreases. In many cases, one of the first signs that something is wrong—and that help may be needed—is diminished personal hygiene. The responsibility for noticing that a loved one can no longer care for his or herself without support often falls on […]
Would You Know the Symptoms of Stroke?
Stroke is the third leading cause of death in the United States, and more than 140,000 people die from stroke each year. Immediate action is needed to prevent permanent damage to the brain, which is why it’s important to know the symptoms of stroke and react fast. Knowing the initial stroke symptoms can go a […]
Exercise for Arthritis? Yes, It’s a Good Thing.
While physical activity might be the last thing on your mind when dealing with the aches and pains of arthritis, it can actually be a great help. For arthritis sufferers who are constantly coping with aches and pains, getting more physical activity isn’t always at the top of the to-do list. It’s normal to want […]
When You’re Caregiving From a Distance…
In a perfect world, we’d live close to our friends, family, and other loved ones. Unfortunately, our lives often take us elsewhere. Being a caregiver is a tough job and when that job is done from a distance, it’s even harder. But sometimes caregiving takes place long-distance, whether for a short time as a caregiver […]
Making Sense of Occupational Therapy
April is Occupational Therapy Month. You may have heard of occupational therapy, but do you really understand what it is and how it can help? Most people don’t know the exact definition of this type of therapy and assume that it’s related to an actual occupation or workplace. But that’s not the case. According to […]
