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Managing Medication
According to the American Geriatrics Society, more than 80% of older adults are living with multiple health conditions. With each new health problem, things may become exponentially more complicated! A senior may see multiple doctors. There are many appointments to...
Extra Time in the Hospital to get Stronger Before Returning Home
Sometimes, your loved one is going to be discharged from the hospital, and you feel that person is not ready to come home. You can refuse discharge. Every state has a quality innovation network quality Improvement Organization. These government agencies help people...
Ten Brain Boosting Activities
Sing- Seniors choirs offer joy and a feeling of togetherness. Musical instruments are appealing and playing boosts brain health. Safe Sauna bathing Researchers say that the heat may activate protective proteins and better cardiovascular functioning, reduce...
Jason Mendelson, Volunteer
When Jason Mendelsohn first connected with The Jewish Pavilion as a volunteer, he didn’t realize they were already helping his family. His father-in-law was a resident in Brookdale Altamonte. Every week, The Jewish Pavilion would come to the community and visit him....
Medical Alert Systems
Medical Alert systems should provide reliable, 24/7 monitoring by trained monitoring agents, allowing seniors and their caregivers to live with less worry, at home or on the go. An Alert system should provide the following: If there is an emergency, you should be able...