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What Common Health Conditions Are Contagious & Which Ones Are Not?
There are many illnesses that roam around during the winter months and people with compromised immune systems are most susceptible. However, not all illnesses are contagious and it helps to know which ones can, and cannot, be spread by contact.…
Five Occupational Therapy Treatments You Don’t Need
Occupational therapy can be very helpful when you, or a loved one, are recovering from illness, injury or surgery. Occupational therapists (OT) help individuals regain the ability to participate in activities of daily living like making meals, doing the laundry…
How to Make the Holidays Special for Seniors
Making the holidays special for seniors can involve such simple things as spending time together and cooking a special meal or two. Nostalgia has a powerful effect on seniors. By making the holidays special for them, you can improve their…
7 Habits Every Senior Should have in the New Year
Start new habits this year for better health. Seniors can change their lifestyle and start practicing these 7 new healthy habits this year. A new year is the perfect time to start putting new habits in place. New year’s signify…
Fun Crafts to do with the Elderly During the Holidays
Take on these simple projects with seniors to make special holiday memories together this season. The crafts are easy and fun. Part of the joy of the holidays is making memories together. Senior mobility and energy may be limited, but…
National Handwashing Week: The Best Way to Prevent the Spread of Disease & Illness
It’s National Handwashing Week and time to call attention to one of the most important things you can do to prevent the spread of disease and illness. While hand washing may seem like one of the most basic tasks we…
