Senior News

There can be emotional and financial strength in a close, multigenerational family, those who live with kids and grandparents say. Now they're finding ways to keep members safe and sane in a pandemic.

Title: NYU Med Students Join COVID Fight
Category: Health News
Created: 4/4/2020 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 4/4/2020 12:00:00 AM

Title: Lessening Your Pandemic Anxiety
Category: Health News
Created: 4/4/2020 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 4/4/2020 12:00:00 AM

Title: Hydroxychloroquine: Possible COVID Drug Can Have Eye Risks
Category: Health News
Created: 4/4/2020 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 4/4/2020 12:00:00 AM

Title: Mental Health Services for Coronavirus Healthcare Workers
Category: Health News
Created: 4/4/2020 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 4/4/2020 12:00:00 AM

Title: COVID-19: General Medical Council Allows More Doctors Back to Work
Category: Health News
Created: 4/4/2020 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 4/4/2020 12:00:00 AM

Title: Stroke Care During COVID-19 Emergency Strategy
Category: Health News
Created: 4/4/2020 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 4/4/2020 12:00:00 AM

Title: Key Drug Shortages in COVID-19 Fight
Category: Health News
Created: 4/4/2020 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 4/4/2020 12:00:00 AM

Title: A Decade of Telemedicine Has Advanced in Just Weeks
Category: Health News
Created: 4/4/2020 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 4/4/2020 12:00:00 AM

Juniper Communities, a national owner-operator of seniors housing communities announced it will begin full testing of consenting residents and associates in its communities as a proactive measure to...

(PRWeb April 05, 2020)

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By: Lisa Mayfield As more residents in retirement communities are diagnosed with COVID-19, some families are struggling with the decision of whether to bring their parents back home. With all the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, this is an understandable and important question. Yet any consideration of a move should not be taken lightly, especially with so … Continue reading Should I move mom back home? →

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Title: Mindfulness a Powerful Tool for Aging
Category: Health News
Created: 4/2/2020 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 4/3/2020 12:00:00 AM

Title: How Pets Can Be True Lifesavers for Seniors
Category: Health News
Created: 4/3/2020 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 4/3/2020 12:00:00 AM

LifestyleCX today announced the launch of AgingChoices, a groundbreaking new website that offers aging adults and their families the...

(PRWeb April 03, 2020)

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Online guide highlights senior living communities with quality programs and top features

(PRWeb April 03, 2020)

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Online guide highlights senior living communities with quality programs and top features

(PRWeb April 03, 2020)

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Online guide highlights senior living communities with quality programs and top features

(PRWeb April 03, 2020)

Read the full story at https://www.prweb.com/releases/memorycare_com_names_the_best_facilities_for_senior_memory_care_in_tyler_tx/prweb16979688.htm

The world’s largest cannabis superstore and entertainment complex will utilize Trece, its on-site restaurant, to prep meals for Clark County Social Services - making 100 free meals per day

(PRWeb April 03, 2020)

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Vincent Development Receives Approval for Summers Ridge Senior Living in Prior Lake, MN. The Construction will Comprise 40 Units for Assisted Living & Memory Care.

(PRWeb April 03, 2020)

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Nationwide, there is a shortage of basic yet essential supplies at senior living communities. Juniper Communities is asking the public to mobilize their sewing teams, dip into their reserves of fabric...

(PRWeb April 03, 2020)

Read the full story at https://www.prweb.com/releases/send_in_the_gowns_juniper_communities_begins_campaign_to_obtain_gowns_face_masks_and_face_shields_for_senior_living_communities/prweb17023708.htm

Integration of 7digital into purpose-built GrandPad tablet gives super seniors access to more than 30 million songs and customized playlists

(PRWeb April 02, 2020)

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Older Adults Face an Increased Risk from COVID-19, Most Communities Are Taking the Vital Steps to Protect Seniors

(PRWeb April 02, 2020)

Read the full story at https://www.prweb.com/releases/caring_com_study_highlights_steps_senior_living_communities_are_taking_to_protect_their_residents/prweb17023965.htm

by Lisa Kaufman Even if I have been a member of the Aging Life Care Association for nearly 20 years, I have always thought of myself as the “red-headed stepchild”  (yes, go ahead and laugh if you know me…) of ALCA. And now I see an opportunity for my “particular set of skills” to be … Continue reading Engagement During Isolation →

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Palo Alto University, Northern California’s leading school of psychology and counseling, joins the Age-Friendly University Global Network, a global group of colleges and universities committed to...

(PRWeb April 01, 2020)

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Automated calls and in-app notifications helps seniors stay safe during Covid-19

(PRWeb April 01, 2020)

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SafeKeeping looks to connect families with isolated residents during the coronavirus outbreak

(PRWeb April 01, 2020)

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Title: AHA News: Dropping Blood Pressure May Predict Frailty, Falls in Older People
Category: Health News
Created: 3/30/2020 12:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 3/31/2020 12:00:00 AM

During the Covid-19 crisis, this online tool is free for the public to use to help clarify care for themselves or their loved ones

(PRWeb March 31, 2020)

Read the full story at https://www.prweb.com/releases/your_careplan_is_making_it_easy_for_new_jersey_residents_to_be_proactive_with_their_end_of_life_care_preferences/prweb17016385.htm

By:  Linda Fodrini-Johnson, MA, MFT, CMC, Walnut Creek, CA   The current worldwide pandemic is causing sleepless nights, hand wringing and some strange behaviors having to do with fear that can sometimes bring out the worst in us.  However, we are also seeing some incredible acts of kindness and selflessness in neighbors helping neighbors.  As, … Continue reading Tips to Managing Anxiety in Challenging Times →

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Amidst the current COVID-19 chaos—with companies worldwide scrambling to figure out where to go from here—many employees are understandably worried about their job security. Rather than reduce its...

(PRWeb March 30, 2020)

Read the full story at https://www.prweb.com/releases/tampa_insurtech_firm_hiring_80_remote_employees_in_wake_of_covid_19_here_s_how/prweb17012670.htm