It’s never too late to learn something new – especially when lifelong learning is proven to benefit senior cognition. Don’t worry, you don’t really have to go back to school.
If your loved one is battling a serious illness, you may have heard the term “palliative care” from their doctor. It could be a scary word, especially since it is
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
You know what they say, “All good things must come to an end.” Which is unfortunately the case about summer. It always comes and goes so quickly, but you shouldn’t
Each month, we will pick associates who go above and beyond in the community. This month, in honor of National Culinary Arts Month, we have chosen Stephen Carter. There are
Independence is a top priority for many seniors. This is especially true when it comes to deciding where to reside. Even though some may argue that moving into a senior
Oftentimes, seniors with dementia conditions may worry or frustrate those who care for them. Common dementia behaviors that can be difficult to cope with are becoming irrationally agitated, angry to
Caregiving for a senior loved one is tough without any support. It can be especially frustrating if there are other family members who do not help out as often as
Sometimes seniors need a little more time and resources to recover after being hospitalized. Oftentimes, these resources aren’t available at home. At UMC at Collingswood, we’re proud to offer expert
United Methodist Communities at Collingswood is proud to introduce UMC MVP, a new way to recognize our amazing associates! Each month, we will pick associates who go above and beyond
Good, healthy nutrition is essential at any age, but it’s often overlooked in senior health. Eating well not only improves physical energy and resistance to illness, but also supports a
Mother’s Day is almost here! It’s the perfect time to celebrate the women who raised us and encouraged us through both the good and bad times. This Mother’s Day, however,
Reading is not only beneficial for a senior’s mind but it is also a way to travel the world, to live many different lives, chase dreams, and broaden horizons. You
It’s that time of year, the winter chill is fading and spring is creeping up fast! More importantly, if you have kids in school – spring break is just around
If you’ve been caring for your senior parent with dementia, you have probably come to realize that your relationship will be different from now on. One of the major, most
