Cold Weather Safety Tips — Senior Safety in Winter Months
Submitted by Sugar Creek Alzheimer’s Special Care Center Winter is coming. Fall is already upon us and cold air, snow, and the holiday season are soon to follow. As we move into the last season of 2022, here are some tips on keeping yourself and your senior loved ones safe this winter season. Home […]
Sail Safely Through Medicare Open Enrollment With S.H.I.P.
Submitted by Annette Morrison, M.S., CRS-A/D Tom put on his turn signal and pulled onto the shoulder of the road. As the officer approached his driver’s side window, he pressed the button to roll down his window and allow the officer to talk to him. “Can I see your license, registration and proof of […]
The Great Thanksgiving 2022 Dilemma: How to Cook the Turkey This Year
By Derek Brawner It’s November—that means the Thanksgiving holiday will soon be upon us. This year, I’m faced with a true dilemma of how to cook the turkey. I have three possible options. For the past 13 years, I’ve taken it upon myself to cook the turkey for the entire family that gathers for […]
Fall Into Fitness to Improve Balance & Mobility
Falling is a common concern among seniors, particularly as a fall has the potential to be more devastating for an older adult than the small scrape or bruise many might expect. A simple step like joining a senior fitness program can significantly reduce the impact of falls or even prevent them entirely. Not only are […]