Gerontology News
Get a mature take on gerontology issues, including elderly depression, suicide, menopause, elder abuse and the aging body. Topics covered include senior care, dementia, hospice and palliative care, geriatric resources and websites, monitoring technology and pharmacy benefits.
Support and Information for Spouses of Alzheimer Patients
Resounding recommendation for www.thealzheimerspouse.com. - January 30, 2009 - thealzheimerspouse.com
Compassionate Community Care
With More Americans Living Longer, Demand for Home Care Grows. - December 22, 2008 - Compassionate Community Care
Orlando Scooter Rental Company Features Their Mobility Scooters at MouseFest 2008 Mega Mouse Meet at Walt Disney World’s Yacht & Beach Club Convention Center
Scooter Vacations, Orlando Scooter Rental company, is participating in MouseFest 2008. As a featured exhibitor at MouseFest 2008, Scooter Vacations will have on display two of their most popular models, the fold up Distinction and their highly sought after Dream model. - December 12, 2008 - Scooter Vacations
Tips: Caring for the Adult Caregiver
Caring for an older adult can be rewarding and fulfilling but can also place great physical, emotional and financial demands on those who take care of them. In fact, a recent issue of the Journal of Immunology compared Alzheimer’s caregivers to non-caregivers, finding that caregivers aged... - November 05, 2008 - American Occupational Therapy Association
Uninsured Diabetics to Get Relief with Direct2Home Program
To help the uninsured diabetic, Blue Sparrow is introducing the Direct2Home program. This program is designed for diabetics who must pay out of pocket for their diabetic supplies. The program is about $18 a month and includes a full month’s worth of testing supplies. - October 09, 2008 - Bue Sparrow Medical Devices
Enjoy Independent Living and Peace of Mind with A-1 Alarm Protection’s Guardian Alert 911 Phone
Today, A-1 Alarm Protection redefined the face of the personal emergency response systems (PERS) industry by introducing a new exciting product – the Guardian Alert 911. Protect the ones you love with this innovative system that instantly connects to an emergency operator with just One push of a button. - October 07, 2008 - A-1 Alarm Protection
My Life, My Choice: People with Disabilities, Seniors, and Homecare Workers Fight for Consumer Workforce Council
Stakeholders in Pennsylvania’s Long Term Care System Work for More and Better Home Care Options. They tell Governor Rendell: Establish the Consumer Workforce Council Now. - October 03, 2008 - My Life, My Choice: PA Seniors for Homecare
Nordic Walking Coming to Scandinavian Folk Festival (No Skis and No Snow Required)
Free Nordic Walking classes and lectures will be a part of the 7th Annual Scandinavian Folk Festival in Jamestown, New York. - July 09, 2008 - American Nordic Walking System SkiWalking.com
Orlando Scooter Rental Company Gives Seriously Ill Kids the Mobility They Need to be Kids. Starlight Starbright Children’s Foundation Partners with Scooter Vacations
Starlight Starbright Children’s Foundation announced today the launching of its new partnership with Orlando Scooter Rental Company Scooter Vacations. This new partnership will give seriously ill kids the mobility they need to be kids. Scooter Vacations offers a range of luxurious mobility scooters to vacationers visiting Orlando and attractions such as Sea World, Universal Orlando and Walt Disney World. - June 24, 2008 - Scooter Vacations
Orlando Scooter Rental Company Announces the "Dream" Mobility Scooter for Guests at Walt Disney World for Disney Scooter Rental and Universal for Universal Scooter Rental
Scooter Vacations, a premier Orlando scooter rental company headquartered in Orlando, Florida, announces the newest addition to its mobility scooter rental fleet, the Dream. The Dream is the company’s first model specifically selected for Disney Scooter Rental or Universal Scooter Rental visitors staying in hotels on-property and plan to use resort-provided bus, boat or monorail transportation to travel between hotels, associated theme parks and other on-property venues during their stay. - June 13, 2008 - Scooter Vacations
SpaCapsule® Creates Decubitus Ulcer and Bed Sore Relief Programs
Decubitus Ulcer and Bed Sores are relieved with a program instituted by SpaCapsule’s team of physicians. - June 03, 2008 - Simulated Environment Concepts, Inc.
NHA Announces a National LTC Marketing Campaign for Employer Groups
National Health Administrators (NHA), a national insurance agency with over 20 years experience providing Long Term Care insurance to member-based groups, is expanding its marketing efforts to include for-profit and non-profit employer groups. - March 20, 2008 - National Health Administrators
The Americans Can’t Stop Talking About It
Does the glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate combination have a positive effect on arthritis? - March 08, 2008 - Institute of Nutrition
Glucosans Reduces Blood Sugar Naturally
Blue Sparrow announces the availability of Glucosans. Glucosans is a natural dietary supplement used to reduce high blood sugar lower risk of complications that arise from high insulin levels and obesity. - February 26, 2008 - Bue Sparrow Medical Devices
Nordic Ski Walking Clinics Coming to Cadillac’s Mercy Hospital in Honor of Healthy Heart Month & Cardiac Rehabilitation Week
February is Healthy Heart Month. February 10th–16th is Cardiac Rehabilitation Week. And walking is good for your heart. Doctors and Physical Therapist here in the USA have recently discovered that Nordic Ski Walking Poles radically improve balance and stability – a huge aid during... - February 08, 2008 - American Nordic Walking System SkiWalking.com
Senior Housing and Services Provider Ecumen Names Mary Leber to Lead Its Consulting Division
Ecumen Consulting Services Provides Senior Housing and Long-Term Care Consulting. - January 09, 2008 - Ecumen
Old Colony Elderly Services Announces New Monthly Family Caregiver Support Group
The Family Caregiver Support Program at Old Colony Elderly Services, Inc. (OCES) in Brockton and Comfort Keepers in Plymouth, have recently established a free Family Caregiver Support Group. - December 01, 2007 - Old Colony Elderly Services
New Book Release - Taking Care of Our Business: What They Didn’t Tell Us About End-of-Life Care
North Carolina based researchers and authors Joel Bryant and Gratia Wright in Taking Care of Our Business: What They Didn’t Tell Us About End-of-Life Care, provide a thorough look at the reasons African Americans do not include hospice in end-of-life consideration. - October 25, 2007 - Gratia Wright
Hillary Turns 60: Top Ten Words of Wisdom
Advice for a woman on the mountaintop from an author who's already over the hill. - October 09, 2007 - Wendy Reid Crisp
Long-Term Care Planning Goes Digital (and Free) with Gilbert Guide Online
First-of-its-Kind Web-Based Service Connects Caregivers with Top U.S .Long-Term Care Facilities and Services - September 25, 2007 - Gilbert Guide
Employees at Braintree Elder Agency Receive Certification from Boston University
Several employees at South Shore Elder Services in Braintree have recently received “Certificate in Aging” from Boston University Institute for Geriatric Social Work. The staff at South Shore Elder Services completed five courses in gerontology online and passed tests in each subject... - September 06, 2007 - South Shore Elder Services
Hypertension Training Company, a Disease Management Company, Announces the Launch of the "Hypertension Management Success Tracks" Program of Cost Effective HTN Management
Hypertension Training Company, a disease management company, specialized in training of Health Care Providers in cost effective management of Hypertension, announces the official launch of the program "Hypertension Success Tracks". "Hypertension Success Tracks" is designed to... - August 17, 2007 - Hypertension Training Company
SeniorCareMarketer.com to Benefit Companies That Market to Older Americans
Marketing tool to debut in early 2008; offers senior care marketers the ability to generate publicity, website traffic, sales leads and improved search engine rankings - July 26, 2007 - HRmarketer.com
SilverCensus.com Comprehensive Search Engine for Senior Living and Health Services Helps Thousands of Seniors and Caregivers Across the United States
SilverCensus.com, Inc. launches comprehensive web site to educate Florida seniors, caregivers and healthcare professionals on available health and living options. Florida based search engine will help thousands of caregivers and seniors across the country to locate community support, senior living communities and health service resources no matter what the distance. - July 17, 2007 - SilverCensus.com, Inc.
Free Expert Incontinence Product Advice Nationwide with Disposables Delivered
Disposables Delivered LLC, (www.disposablesdelivered.com) offers innovative solutions to meet the changing demands of today’s continence challenged population. Confidential on-line professional advice, product selection guidance, discount programs, automatic shipping plans and nationwide home delivery options are worry-free solutions offered by Disposables Delivered, LLC by phone consultation or on-line at www.disposablesdelivered.com. - July 06, 2007 - Disposables Delivered, LLC
Seniors Write a Book and Donate a Portion of Proceeds to Alzheimer's Disease and Breast Cancer Research
A group of seniors have co-written a novelette as a fund-raising project for their day support program and a portion of the profits from each book will be given to support Alszheimer's Research and Breast Cancer Research. - July 03, 2007 - CareWell Recreation Programs for Seniors
New Medical Breakthrough: FDA Approved Device Can Turn Deadly Oral Cancer Into Treatable Cancer
A new breakthrough technology sets new oral tissue screening standards, enabling cancerous lesions to be diagnosed that may be undetectable under regular overhead white dental lights. The new device, VELscope, uses blue excitation light and a specialized filter to help dental professionals screen... - April 24, 2007 - Dentistry For Health New York, PLLC
eSolutions Partners LLC Launches National Hospice Referral Network Service to Support Hospice Caregivers and Patient Referring Parties
eSolutions Partners LLC announces the launch of its referral network to help hospital discharge planners, physician offices and the general public locate appropriate agencies for patients being referred to hospice. The service, “The National Hospice Referral Network,” is a... - March 15, 2007 - eSolutions Partners LLC
Crossroads Hospice Provides ‘Ultimate Gift’
“If you only had one day to live, what would that day look like?” - March 09, 2007 - Crossroads Hospice
Crossroads Hospice is Looking for Ultimate Givers
They are looking for individuals who are willing to donate their time, labor, and love. - November 28, 2006 - Crossroads Hospice
CWI Medical Continues Partnership with First Quality Products for Adult Incontinence Supplies
CWI Medical LLC proudly announces its continued partnership with First Quality Products, Inc. to provide the latest in adult incontinence products. First Quality Product produces the Prevail brand of Adult Briefs, Diapers, Protective Underwear, Bladder Control Pads, Belted Undergarments, Pant... - November 26, 2006 - CWI Medical
Crossroads Hospice of Philadelphia Salutes all those Hospice Volunteers who Make Such Valuable Contributions to their Communities
November is National Hospice Month and Crossroads Hospice of Philadelphia salutes all those hospice volunteers who make such valuable contributions to their communities. These important people understand that helping the terminally ill through hospice is not about dying but about living. They are... - October 31, 2006 - Crossroads Hospice
Drug Topics Magazine Named the Media Sponsor of Upcoming Medicare Part D Teleconference
The Global Knowledge Congress, the leading producer of regulatory focused teleconferences, has announced today that Drug Topics, the leading news magazine for pharmacists, will be an a media sponsor of its upcoming Medicare Part D Executive Round Table Teleconference scheduled for March 7th, 2006, at 11:00 am. - February 18, 2006 - The Knowledge Group