Month: August 2022

Did you know many chronic diseases can be managed at home? In this article, the UMC HomeWorks  team looks at how home health aide services can help seniors with chronic diseases manage their condition at home and maintain their independence and connections to the community. Home Health Care for Chronic Disease Management  Chronic conditions require… Continue reading Chronic Disease Management at Home

Each month, we will pick associates who go above and beyond in the community for UMC MVP. This month, in honor of Be Kind to Humankind Week, we have chosen Ms. Pat! Start Date: 11/22/2002 Favorite Quote: “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will… Continue reading UMC MVP: Patricia Griffin (aka Ms. Pat)

Mental health is incredibly important, and unfortunately, our senior loved ones are particularly vulnerable to mental health issues and struggles. Fortunately, talking about mental health and advocating for the mental health of your loved one isn’t nearly as taboo as it used to be. Many of us will face mental health challenges in our lives… Continue reading How to Boost Mental Health in Seniors

Each month, we will pick associates who go above and beyond in the community for UMC MVP. This month, in honor of Be Kind to Humankind Week this month, we are highlighting someone who brings kindness and fun to work. Community Life Associate Wendy Jones is always smiling and always helping our residents! She loves… Continue reading UMC MVP: Wendy Jones

Staying active as we age is incredibly important for both our physical and mental health. With aging comes changes in mobility, however, and we often find that we can’t move around as easily as we did in our younger days. If you’re looking for a fun way for your senior loved ones to exercise, but… Continue reading Three Reasons Why Chair Yoga is a Great Idea for Seniors