Arthritis is a chronic condition that can become worse with time.  Assorted variations of this ailment affect a wide range of people.  For example, some types are rooted in autoimmune diseases, like rheumatoid arthritis and lupus.  Some involve children, like juvenile idiopathic arthritis.  Some are secondary to other conditions, like Lyme disease and hepatitis.  And [...]

Mother’s Day is rapidly approaching, but some people are still unsure as to what to choose for a gift.  Maybe they have considered flowers or clothing but feel these presents have lost their luster through the years. Keep in mind, nonetheless, that common gifts can be presented in imaginative ways; and when this happens, they [...]

There are a number of elder programs available to assist individuals 60 and over.  Some are need based, while others are open to many seniors.  In our current technological age, obtaining information has never been easier.  The list below outlines some resources that might be useful. Legal Services.  This program provides Legal Assistance for qualifying seniors.  The [...]

Pets fill our lives with love and help us see beyond external measures.  They don’t care what we look like, if we are freshly bathed the moment we hug them, or if our hair appears groomed.  They accept us “as is” and usually strive to please us.  In return, we hopefully attempt to make their [...]

The time comes when some seniors decide the family home they reside in can no longer meet their needs.  Maybe their multilevel residence has become too large to care for, or perhaps the apartment they occupy is adequate in size but fails to accommodate for their changing requirements.  The decision to move is rarely an easy one.  Still, there are a number [...]

Some nursing home residents do not have children or close relatives living nearby.  Subsequently, they rarely receive visitors.  Even the most highly-regarded nursing home can be a lonely place without outside support.  Volunteers assist residents in staying connected to the community and lend a crucial hand in filling their human need for companionship. The types of duties volunteers [...]