aging in place

Sitting: The Silent Killer?

Do you ever remember, as a child, be asked to stand and give up your seat for an “elderly” person? I certainly do. “Mi’ja,” my mom would say softly, “Let grandma sit there.” So I would oblige. My understanding was that “old people” just really needed to sit more than young people. Lately, though, I’ve […]

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Occupational Therapy Month

April is Occupational Therapy Month, designated by the American Occupational Therapy Association to recognize that Occupational therapy (OT) helps people of all ages live life to its fullest after an illness or injury. Occupational therapy is the only profession that helps people across the lifespan to do the things they want and need to do

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Palliative Care & Hospice

When researching health and aging, there’s a lot of information regarding preventing disease and illness, staying active, and living a healthy lifestyle. But what happens when you are diagnosed with a life threatening illness? You may seek medical treatment right away, and still find yourself needing additional support that exceeds the abilities and capabilities of

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Physical Therapy Facts

In 2017, health care providers across the US wrote more than 191 million prescriptions for opioid pain medication—a rate of 58.7 prescriptions per 100 people. ( Choosept.com) Although opioids have an appropriate time and place for usage, they in no way contribute to improvement of health or recovery. They only mask pain momentarily. The American

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Plan a Picnic

Going outdoors improves overall health. Studies have shown that sunlight has many health benefits. It helps the body synthesize vitamin D, improves moods and provides a sense of peace and overall well-being. Light outdoor exercise improves circulation and is a healthier energy boost than a caffeinated drink. Fresh outdoor air also improves cardiovascular function, helping

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