Monthly Archives: March 2011

5 Spring Activities for Seniors

Spring is an exciting time of the year, since it usually means an end to the snowy winter and ushers in the sunshine of summer. Along with the warmer temperatures, spring also brings a number of opportunities to enjoy some … Continue reading

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Explaining Medicare’s Quality Care Indicators

With so many options and a potentially less than concrete understanding of what’s what, deciding where to get necessary skilled nursing care isn’t always the easiest decision. To help provide a starting point for your search, Medicare developed a Quality … Continue reading

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What Exactly is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)?

Despite our best efforts, we in the senior care field are occasionally guilty of assuming everyone knows the definitions of everything we talk about (much like other industries). Case in point: Continuing Care Retirement Communities, or CCRCs as we often … Continue reading

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Balance Exercises for Seniors

Every year, many seniors are hospitalized from falls – usually due to loss of balance. Loss of balance typically comes from a lack of body strength and energy, which can often be improved by doing simple exercises around the house. … Continue reading

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8 Nutrition Tips for Seniors

Happy National Nutrition Month! Ruth Douthett, Dietetic Technician for Concordia Lutheran Ministries, believes older adults need to pay particular attention to the food choices they make. By adhering to the following nutrition tips, seniors can look forward to living and … Continue reading

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