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Whether you’ve been using technology for years or you are just now gaining familiarity in a pandemic season, we all fall somewhere on a vast technology spectrum that is wide and deep. And it doesn’t matter where you fall, each new step involves dipping into the...
Detailed Instructions and Exercises to Accompany the Video Gallery Demonstration by Home Care & Hospice Community Liaison, Tully Meyer. Theraputty is a wonderful medium that enables you to engage your creative spirit. It is malleable and non-toxic, easy to make...
What to know before, during and after your shot. The past year has been an unprecedented one, and the world is celebrating the arrival of a COVID-19 vaccine. As we await our “turn” in the rollout, learn what to expect when you are vaccinated, and how you should...
Don't Ignore the Early Warning Signs During COVID-19. Year after year, cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for men and women over age 65. The statistics are alarming, but the good news is that in many cases, heart conditions can be prevented. For this...
New Englanders know all too well the long winter months that loom ahead before that glorious crocus pokes through. And it can be hard. But there’s good news: You don’t need to wait on Mother Nature to find your crocus! Here are five easy ways to beat the winter blues...
Staying active and engaged at home during the long winter months takes a little determination and foresight, but is not impossible! Prioritize your overall mental, physical and social well-being, stretching your creative mind to come up with new and safe activities...
The holidays are over and the cold weather has settled in. We are encouraged as the COVID-19 vaccine slowly becomes available to health care workers and high-risk groups. However, caregivers are knowingly faced with several long months ahead, while infection rates in...
The first snow has fallen in CT, and all New Englanders know there is much more on the way. The holidays, change of seasons, and caregiving duties all contribute to a lengthy “to do” list. If safety is not on this list, it should be. Here are some safety...
The hustle and bustle of the holiday season is here. It is always difficult to find the perfect gift for the special people in our lives, and this is especially true when shopping for seniors who reside in assisted living communities or nursing homes with limited...
Think about all the major plans you’ve made in your life: All these decisions have required planning. If the current COVID-19 pandemic has revealed anything, it’s the importance of having a plan that also includes getting the most out of life, even if the unexpected...