seniors News

Originally opened on the Big Island in mid-2010, staff on Oahu were hired and trained in December and are now servicing local clients

The Fundraiser for The Center for Volunteer Caregiving is an opportunity for the community to understand more about this organization and the support it provides individuals who live there. All proceeds go to support The Center and it's programs.

New report objectively reviews fall detection systems to help seniors and their families make educated decisions before purchasing.

Pain during and after shingles can greatly affect how seniors live. Early detection and immediate treatment are key to successfully combating shingles.

Oak Park Arms presents a monthly series titled, “View and Review: You Be the Critic” at the retirement community. Journey through History …Hollywood Style” is the theme of the 2012 movie selections.

Older Americans may want to start consuming B vitamins which can give a memory boost and ward off future long term care insurance claims.

Pacific Northwest Illustrator, 80-Year-old Betty Lou Dean, realized a life-long dream this month as her children's book The Frozen Princess went to press. A true success story, many seniors now see the first time illustrator as a role model.

The Allendale Community for Mature Living to Host Cultural and Religious Programs

The founder and editor-in-chief of Today's Caregiver magazine and caregiver.com offers five tips for helping caregivers have a lower stress holiday season

Cell phone features that are specifically catered to seniors.

The Jay Mau Orchestra will perform at a special Christmas Ballroom Dance at the Timbers of Shorewood

Comedy Show and Museum Experience for Seniors at Classics Museum that showcases Antique Cars,and Vintage Radios and TV's. Luncheon, Show and Fun for Seniors and Boomers on Dec 18th. .. CONGRATULATIONS TO BONNIE ON HER FIRST YEAR!

SCSA's November Educational Webinar on what it takes to be a cancer caregiver.

Offers a checklist for families to ensure financial health of elderly loved ones

Seniors are finding ways to interact with video games for better health and more fun with family and friends. Studies show the positive effects for game users.

Tampa family and professional caregivers concerned with insurance, caregiver burnout, disability, legal, as well as learning to get help from family members will come together at seminar/ lunch on Nov 9th. Visit FearlessCaregiver.com for tickets.

Dr. Jamie Huysman, leading expert on Caregiver Burnout of Boomers and Seniors, will speak with family and professional caregivers at Tampa's Fearless Caregiver Conference on Nov 9. A limited number of complimentary tickets are available.

Home Care Assistance & Sur La Table have teamed up to create innovative caregiver cooking classes to improve nutrition for seniors.

Seniors face stress and difficulties when moving, but with a litle preplanning and organization this transition can be an easy process.

Guardian Pet Sitters® is participating in the national Wishbones for Pets effort. Guardian Pet Sitters® is a professional pet sitting service providing in home pet care to Dallas TX and surrounding communities since 1992.

2 CCRCs to advise caregivers coping with family members who have Alzheimer’s and dementia

Can you believe 159 Million People (33% of Global Senior Population) Fall Every Year! Sad thing is that only 10% or less have a Medical Alert and less than 5% have a NO MONTHLY FEE Medical Alert. ONLY $279.95 ONE-TIME and YOU'RE GOOD FOR LIFE!

Attorneys Craig R. Hersch and Michael B. Hill of Sheppard, Brett, Stewart, Hersch, Kinsey & Hill, P.A. will present two informative Florida estate planning workshops for new and partial-year Florida residents on residency advantages and new laws.

Originally opened on the Big Island in mid-2010, staff on Oahu were hired and trained in December and are now servicing local clients

Widowhood, divorce or remarriage in the senior years is a huge transition for the senior and the family members. Not everyone adjusts at the same rate and often help is needed to make the transition a smooth one.

With 33% of Seniors Falling Annually (According to the CDC), Something Had to be Done to Ensure Senior's Safety - GSS Decided to Take the Job - It's Now Pioneering the Best Value Medical Alert on the Market - Fall & Call

Best Gift for Seniors and Also for Disabled - All-new FALL-N-CALL 2-Way communications device. Since it's programmable up to 4#'s + 911 and adjustable for friends only mode or friends+911 mode - it's a great gift for disabled . . 24/7 Protection!

The Fundraiser for The Center for Volunteer Caregiving is an opportunity for the community to understand more about this organization and the support it provides individuals who live there. All proceeds go to support The Center and it's programs.

Senior Campus Celebrates Contributions of Activity Professionals

New report objectively reviews fall detection systems to help seniors and their families make educated decisions before purchasing.

This educational webinar will provide you with the information you need to discuss the limits or increases in Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security and updating the tax incentives for long-term care insurance premium payments.

If a senior is unable to manage their daily money issues, they could lose their homes and more. Daily money management can help seniors live independently and keep money issues under control.

Hope Announces Adult Day Health Services Includes services and amenities unique in Collier County

Pain during and after shingles can greatly affect how seniors live. Early detection and immediate treatment are key to successfully combating shingles.

Wilmington Trust VP on living with inflation and low investment yields; libraries use and control of public access computers and other technology; Project Lifesaver, a non-profit with radio frequency bracelets to track the memory-impaired.

Oak Park Arms presents a monthly series titled, “View and Review: You Be the Critic” at the retirement community. Journey through History …Hollywood Style” is the theme of the 2012 movie selections.

Always in Touch, a free telephone reassurance program for seniors living alone and disabled adults sponsored by Always Best Care Senior Services, is now available in the NW Austin Area.

The staff and residents at McPeak’s Assisted Living will throw a surprise party for Maria Teresa “Tess” Brana, who is celebrating her 100th birthday. Ms. Brana will also be joined by members of her family.

Jan 21st Radio Show: Gayle Sulik, author of Pink Ribbon Blues; Osteoporosis; Taxability of Social Security; and Ohio State Psychologists on Seniors' Cognitive Skills.

The Atrium's Short-Term Rental Apartments Provide Peace of Mind and Respite Care During Winter Months

Ageless Radio features an informative line-up on January 14th: Ellen Potts, expert and author on Alzheimer's caregiving; the Elder Justice Coalition; macular degeneration; and adopting senior dogs and cats.

“Messiah Lifeways” will reflect expanded services and new programs for adults 55 and better.

All Lift Chairs, is an online retailer of lift chairs and mobility aids for the disabled and elderly, is excited to announce their new line of Walk-In Conversion Kits.

Older Americans may want to start consuming B vitamins which can give a memory boost and ward off future long term care insurance claims.

Ageless Radio features: Dr. Alexis Abramson, expert gerontologist on senior safety; Dr. Roy Baumeister, social psychologist on will power and self-control; Patrick Bertagna, CEO of GTX Corp, on elder monitoring technology; and diabetes management.

Ageless Radio is broadcasted on NewsRadio 97.7FM WTKS in Savannah/Hilton Head on Saturdays at 3pm EST.

The Trumbull and Sandy Hook offices Home Instead Senior Care supported the nationwide “Be a Santa to a Senior” program by Helping Trumbull, Conn. area seniors during the holiday season by helping gather gifts and offering companionship.

Ageless Radio will air its Best-Of-2011 show on New Year's Eve: Gail Sheehy on her book Passages in Caregiving; Ray Ellis a renown artist; and a double segment on elder bullying in senior living facilities.

Charles Betts, a resident of the Terraces at San Joaquin Gardens, has remained active in his lifelong hobby of building model trains. I would be happy to set up an interview for you if you are interested in running a story about him.

Ageless Radio show for December 24th: Leeza Gibbons on caregivers for the memory-impaired; Dana Curtis, an expert mediator in the area of elder disputes; Norm Tomaka, a consulting pharmacist with the American Pharmacists Association

With interest rates at historic lows and no increase in sight, retirees are searching for CD alternatives. Although limited in supply, structured settlements have provided the answer for many.

Ageless Radio will feature TV personality Leeza Gibbons on its December 24th show, discussing her work to honor her mother's battle with Alzheimer's disease and to support caregivers and families of Alzheimer's sufferers.

Solar Energy Project Completed at Three Senior Apartment Communities

The Adult Day Programs at The Wartburg Adult Care Community celebrated National Caregiver Month with a luncheon to honor family caregivers.

The AAA Great Vacations EXPO welcomes Travel and Entertainment Editor for AARP the Magazine and AARP.org Bill Newcott, who will appear on the AAA Travel Stage at 3 p.m. on Prime Timers Day.

Ageless Radio Dec 17th: Pat Gallant-Charette, English Channel Swimmer at Age 60; The Bruised Muse on Dealing with Holiday Blues; Aging with Grace's Founder on Veterans Benefits for Seniors; and Jody Chapin & Tim Guidera of CBS Affiliate WTOC11.

Pacific Northwest Illustrator, 80-Year-old Betty Lou Dean, realized a life-long dream this month as her children's book The Frozen Princess went to press. A true success story, many seniors now see the first time illustrator as a role model.

The Allendale Community for Mature Living to Host Cultural and Religious Programs

The founder and editor-in-chief of Today's Caregiver magazine and caregiver.com offers five tips for helping caregivers have a lower stress holiday season

Home Instead Senior Care (HISC) in Trumbull and Sandy Hook, CT has named Southbury resident Patsy DeJesus their 2011 CAREGiver of the Year. HISC is the world's largest provider of non-medical home care and companionship for seniors.

‘Clare Oaks (CCRC) will continue to operate, not shut down’ says Board president

Wildtones.com unveils new iPhone/iPad app for new birders of all ages

Cell phone features that are specifically catered to seniors.

Ageless Radio Dec 3rd Show: make holidays less stressful with special needs grandchildren; transition planning for sudden financial wind-falls; how seniors can use LinkedIn; and Toys for Tots.

Electric Scooters 4 Less is proud to announce the addition of the Golden LiteRider 4 Wheel Travel Scooter to their store.

Caroline Place Retirement Residence was honoured to unveil The Lincoln Alexander Dining Room.

The Jay Mau Orchestra will perform at a special Christmas Ballroom Dance at the Timbers of Shorewood

Comedy Show and Museum Experience for Seniors at Classics Museum that showcases Antique Cars,and Vintage Radios and TV's. Luncheon, Show and Fun for Seniors and Boomers on Dec 18th. .. CONGRATULATIONS TO BONNIE ON HER FIRST YEAR!

Home Accessibility reveals its sale on bath lifts and accessories from now through the holidays. During this time bath lifts for the elderly, seniors, and handicapped will be offered with mobility aids and accessories at drastically reduced prices.

Ageless Radio will feature a certified personal trainer on benefits of stretching, the CBS travel editor, an audiologist on risk of hearing loss and new assistive technologies, and TV personalities from WTOC11's Mid-Morning Live.