Life’s Transitions
Fall is a time of transition for those of us in New England...
Red Flags: Does Your Parent Need More Support?
Has your parent always been well groomed and well dressed?
COVID-19 Vaccine available in August: Why is this so important for older adults?
High-risk season is coming: Protect yourself from Covid 19 and the flu as recommended by the CDC.
CDC Recommends Updated 2024-2025 COVID-19 and Flu Vaccines for Fall/Winter Virus Season.
New Alzheimer’s Medication: FDA approves treatment for adults with Alzheimer’s disease
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Kisunla (donanemab-azbt) injection for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. Treatment with Kisunla should be initiated in patients with mild cognitive impairment or mild dementia stage of disease, the population in which treatment was studied in the clinical trials…
CDC: Older Adults and Extreme Heat
Signs and Symptoms of Heat-Related Illness
Remembering My Grandmother on Flag Day
Mildred Wolper, my maternal grandmother was born on Flag Day, June 14, 1900. On Flag Day, while people commemorate the United States Flag, my mind fills with wonderful memories of my grandmother and family growing up. Known to us as Nana Millie, she was married to Papa Sam for many decades...
What Is Osteoporosis? – May is Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention Month!
Osteoporosis is a bone disease that weakens your bones and makes you more susceptible to fractures. Osteoporosis means “porous bone.” Osteoporotic bones have lost density or mass and contain abnormal tissue structure. As bones become less dense, they weaken and are more likely to break. Weakened bones may break from a fall or, in serious cases, from sneezing or minor bumps.
Just 2 Minutes of Walking After a Meal Is Surprisingly Good for You
Walking after a meal, conventional wisdom says, helps clear your mind and aids in digestion. Scientists have also found that going for a 15-minute walk after a meal can reduce blood sugar levels, which can help ward off complications such as Type 2 diabetes. But, as it turns out, even just a few minutes of walking can activate these benefits.
Mother’s Day Reflections
Mother’s Day is a day of joy but also a day of reflection. There is great joy in spending time with your children and reflection about Mother’s days with those who have passed. I have been very fortunate to follow a line of nurturing loving women. I understand now more than ever, that in our imperfection as mothers the love we seed in our families from the first moment we become mothers helps us through the difficult times and brings us back to where we started, unconditional love.
Porch Visits: Reducing Isolation
In my Care Management practice over the years, every relationship with a client starts with a face to face meeting. This connection and daily routine is as important to my clients’ well-being and stability as any medication that a physician prescribes. With the world pandemic of Covid-19, I’ve had to adapt my practice to keep everyone safe, while not losing that personal connection.
