Contributed by Team Member Carole Clausen, CPT, CES, Personal Trainer You may have been an excellent driver ever since you got your license and have great pride in your safety record on the road. But it's important to understand that as we age, it's normal for our...
The right time for assisted living The burden often falls on the adult children to recognize the signs that their elderly parents may need help with activities of daily living. Here are some signs that may indicate your parent needs help at home. 1. Are your elderly...
Agencies vs Independent Care Provider When your loved one needs help to remain safely and comfortably at home, finding the right caregiver can be a daunting task. Facing the idea that a stranger will be in your home makes many people feel uncomfortable. Add to that...
Contributed by Carole Clausen, Personal Trainer, Fellowship Senior Living If you have recently been discharged from a hospital or rehabilitation center or received home care from a visiting nurse, you may benefit from receiving continued private therapy services in...
Adapted from Wings Around Town by Bradley Funeral Homes What do a 92-year-old retired school teacher in Union County, a 74-year-old retired Bell Labs mathematician and his wife of 40 years from Morris County, and an 81-year-old recreational pilot from Hunterdon County...
Make the most of your benefits. You deserve it. If you're approaching your full retirement age, you may be wondering how you can receive the highest Social Security payment possible. It's very common for some people to be eligible for more than one program at once, or...
Fellowship Senior Living celebrated with an element of surprise on Wednesday, September 18th at the grand opening of the Fellowship Cultural Arts Center (CAC). Theater Named Mitchell and Ann Sieminski Theater The Mitchell and Ann Sieminski Theater was unveiled to 200...
Terrence Mann, a character in WP Kinsella's novel Shoeless Joe (of Field of Dreams fame) once said, Movies will make you famous; Television will make you rich; But theater will make you good. I could not help but think Terrence would change that to outstanding if he...
Save space and live comfortably with these tips Most households acquire a host of cherished items over time. Eventually, you may find yourself surrounded by more possessions than you can handle. Whether you are considering retiring in your own home or moving to a new...
The American Hospital Association reports that 91% of patients agree that massage therapy can reduce their pain. Massage therapy also stimulates the brain to produce endorphins, a "feel good" hormone. Benefits of Massage Therapy for Seniors Reflexology is acupressure...
Health Benefits of Volunteering We already know that an active lifestyle lends itself to overall good heart health, but how many are aware of the benefits of volunteering? Recent years' studies have shown that volunteering anywhere from one to three hours per week...
Stay in your home longer with these home remodeling tips In response to seniors' growing desire to remain in their homes, it becomes important that the home remain a comforting and safe place to age in place. The two tasks that can help achieve this are downsizing in...