5 Fun Outdoor Workouts for Seniors
The air is getting warmer and the sun is shining! Which means it’s time for everyone, especially seniors, to get outside, get a good workout in and have some fun
May 17, 2021
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5 Ways to Avoid Caregiver Burnout
Even though you are a primary caregiver to someone else, caring for yourself should always take first priority. “Caregiver burnout” is real and it affects not only you, but your
May 4, 2021
Parkinson’s Awareness Month: Signs, Symptoms and Treatments
It’s Parkinson’s Awareness Month, and we find it crucial to shed light on signs of this disease since it develops very slowly and can often be missed early on. For
April 17, 2021
Gardening: Your New Favorite Pastime
It’s Garden Month – which means it’s the perfect time to take up this rewarding pastime. You may be wondering, why should you start this new hobby? For one, it’s
April 6, 2021
Tips to Make Spring Cleaning Easier for Seniors
It’s officially spring! You know what that means — time to do your annual spring cleaning. With the weather getting warmer, there’s this undeniable sense to refresh which is why
March 25, 2021
How to Best Manage Your Loved One’s Health
Gandhi said it best, “It is health that is real wealth, not pieces of gold and silver.” We often don’t realize how valuable our health is until it’s too late.
March 5, 2021
How to Make New Friends After Retirement
While you settle into your new assisted living community, you may find it a bit lonely at first. It’s nothing to be embarrassed about as many older adults have felt
February 22, 2021
Heart Disease: Risk Factors, Symptoms and Prevention Tips
There’s no better time than American Heart Month to prioritize our heart health. By adopting healthy lifestyle habits early on, you can prevent heart disease and potentially live longer with
February 13, 2021
Diabetic Treatments Have Come a Long Way
A day in the life of a person with Type 1 diabetes includes finger pokes to check blood sugar levels, counting carbs, and insulin injections. However, managing this disease hasn’t
January 26, 2021
3 Cognitive Exercises to Delay Memory Loss
“Minds are like parachutes, they only function when open.” Who knew such a profound message came from Thomas Dewar – yes, the distiller for Scotch whisky. Nevertheless, it’s a quote
January 12, 2021
Senior Outreach Opportunities in Pitman, NJ
If the pandemic has taught us anything, it’s to stay up to date with the latest technology. Our smartphones, tablets and computers have been a godsend during COVID-19 – giving
December 28, 2020
What is Subacute Rehab?
Subacute rehabilitation is simply another term for short-term rehabilitation. This type of care is offered at skilled nursing facilities within hospitals, physical therapy centers, or even senior living communities. Short-term
December 14, 2020
Alzheimer’s Awareness Month: Symptoms, Treatment and Memory Care Programs
Alzheimer’s Awareness Month is in November and it’s important to shed a light on the best practices in memory care. Effective memory care can significantly improve the quality of life
November 24, 2020
United Methodist Communities at Pitman Named on U.S. News Best Nursing Homes
Ratings assure public of quality, staffing and compliance How do you select the best long-term care providers for chronic health conditions, such as diabetes, heart disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease,
November 9, 2020
Assisted Living vs. Long Term Care: What’s the Difference?
It’s normal to not know the difference between assisted living and long term care at first. However, it is important to really take the time to understand both options when
November 6, 2020
