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CareZips® Receives the SeniorSelect® Seal of Approval
CareZips® receives the SeniorSelect® Seal for ease of use, comfort and practicality benefiting caregivers and wearers. The seal is determined by a panel of senior adults. - March 16, 2016 - MDF Designs, LLC
Always Best Care of San Diego Announces Home Health Care Services
Bill Mathis, owner of Always Best Care Senior Services of San Diego, is excited to inform the public about skilled home health care services offered by ABC. Always Best Care, which serves the needs of seniors in San Diego County, including the communities of San Diego, Escondido, Chula Vista, La... - March 15, 2016 - Always Best Care Senior Services
A Day Dedicated to Austin’s Growing Senior Population - Free Wellness Expo with Expert Speakers
Soon Austin will have more older adults than children. Already about 30% of our area residents are over age 55. The Mayor’s Task Force on Aging also reports the Austin area has the nation’s fastest-growing population of people between 55 and 64, and the second fastest-growing population of people 65 and over. - March 15, 2016 - Cummings Realty
Tabula Rasa HealthCare CIO Receives 2016 Executive Management Award
Tabula Rasa HealthCare CIO Joseph J. Filippoli was honored by SmartCEO Magazine with the 2016 Executive Management Award at a gala celebration March 8. The award recognizes the "leadership and accomplishments of Philadelphia's management all-stars. Winners are recognized for their creative management vision, leadership philosophy, innovative strategy and undeniable work ethic." - March 11, 2016 - Tabula Rasa HealthCare
Brian P. Murphy Opens New Personal Injury Law Practice; Weighs in on Family’s Right to Pursue Lawsuit in Recent Nursing Home Death Case
Nursing home murder case triggers new questions about a family’s right to pursue legal action against care facility. Personal injury attorney Brian P. Murphy addresses these concerns from his new law practice that exclusively serves Pennsylvania & New Jersey nursing home abuse & neglect victims. - March 02, 2016 - The Law Firm of Brian P. Murphy, PC
Dr. Edward Paul Presents Macular Degeneration Update at Harvard
Seventy-four percent of Americans did not know that age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of blindness in people in the United States over the age of 60, according to a new survey. The top choice selected was, incorrectly, glaucoma. Despite the high prevalence of AMD, the... - February 28, 2016 - Paul Vision Institute
The Frankel Foot & Ankle Center Opens Monroe, NY Office
The Frankel Foot & Ankle Center is pleased to announce the opening of its fourth office location at 138 Stage Road in Monroe, NY on August 10, 2015. The office is located at the former site of podiatrist Barbara Leon, DPM. The Frankel Foot & Ankle Center and owner Marc Frankel, DPM will... - February 10, 2016 - Frankel Foot and Ankle Center
The Frankel Foot & Ankle Center Opens Middletown, NY Office
The Frankel Foot & Ankle Center is pleased to announce the opening of its new office location at 110 E. Main Street in Middletown, NY. The office is located at the former site of Bergamo Podiatry. The Frankel Foot & Ankle Center and owner Marc Frankel, DPM will continue the podiatry practice of Dr. Gregory Bergamo as he relocates to the State of Florida. - February 10, 2016 - Frankel Foot and Ankle Center
Living Well Assisted Living at Home Receives Best of Home Care® and Best Employer Award ®
Living Well Assisted Living at Home today announced that it has been recognized the Best of Home Care Award from Home Care Pulse as provider of choice. Awarded to only the top ranking home care providers, based on client and employee satisfaction scores gathered by Home Care Pulse, Living Well... - January 29, 2016 - Living Well Assisted Living At Home
Now More Hope for Menopausal Women Experiencing the Physical and Emotional Impact of Painful Sex and Vaginal Dryness
New clinical data released on Prasterone (DHEA) Vaginal Ovules' positive effect on moderate to severe dyspareunia (Painful sex due to menopause) and vaginal dryness, symptoms of vulvovaginal atrophy, and of the genitourinary syndrome of menopause. - January 06, 2016 - Endoceutics
National Institute for Fitness and Sport Partners with Lenbrook Community to Provide Personalized Fitness Programming to Their Residents
The National Institute for Fitness and Sport (NIFS) is pleased to announce a partnership with Lenbrook, a continuing care retirement community in Atlanta, GA. Lenbrook is a well-respected upscale continuing care retirement community (CCRC) in the Buckhead area of Atlanta, Georgia. As the only... - January 04, 2016 - NIFS
South Nassau Communities Hospital Ranked in Top Tier Among Providers of Home Care Services
For the 10th consecutive year, South Nassau Communities Hospital Home Care has earned a spot in the prestigious HomeCare Elite™ listing of the top 25% of home health care providers in the United States. The listing is based on a collection of performance measures including quality of care,... - December 23, 2015 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
National Institute for Fitness and Sport Partners with Trillium Woods
National Institute for Fitness and Sport partners with new senior living community, Trillium Woods, helping residents connect to peers and a robust exercise program. - November 26, 2015 - NIFS
Two Physician Groups Merge, Creating Largest Primary Care Network in Denver Metro
Physician Health Partners is pleased to introduce PHPprime, the largest primary care provider network in the Denver metro area serving over 350,000 Coloradans. - November 24, 2015 - Physician Health Partners
CareKinesis Receives DEA Approval for Electronic Prescriptions for Controlled Substances (EPCS) EireneRxCS™ v1.0 by CareKinesis Certified by InfoGard Laboratories
CareKinesis proprietary medication decision-support and e-prescribing platform, EireneRxCS, has been approved for the electronic prescribing of controlled substances as a result of receiving Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) certification. - November 23, 2015 - CareKinesis
James Cohen Joins the Board of the Memory Loss Foundation
James Cohen, co-founder of Mavencare-eldercare 2.0 has joined the board of directors of the Memory Loss Foundation. The Memory Loss Foundation is a charitable organization which advocates for seniors who suffer from dementia. - October 30, 2015 - Memory Loss Foundation
Tabula Rasa HealthCare Responds to CMS Announcement of Part D Enhanced Medication Therapy Managment Model
Under the CMS Enhanced MTM Model, the personalized MTM services offered by Tabula Rasa HealthCare are now eligible for reimbursement by CMS, and for additional performance-based payments. TRHC's Medication Risk Mitigation Matrix(TM) has proven to reduce adverse drug reactions. - October 29, 2015 - Tabula Rasa HealthCare
Advice on 102nd Birthday: Getting Older Doesn’t Necessarily Make You Any More Brilliant
Alma Bonebreak celebrated her 102nd birthday at Wellsprings Residence. - October 23, 2015 - Wellsprings Residence
Immanuel Pathways PACE Chooses CareKinesis for Its Pharmacy Services Provider
CareKinesis partners with health care organizations to provide personalized medication therapy management and pharmacy services for high-risk populations. The results are enhanced medication-related outcomes and greater operational efficiency. - October 22, 2015 - CareKinesis
Ambassador of Scarsdale, a Luxurious Assisted Living Community in Scarsdale, Announces Initiative in Collaboration with Kerry Mills, Founder of Engaging Alzheimer's
The Ambassador of Scarsdale, a luxurious assisted living community in the Village of Scarsdale in Westchester County, announced this week its two yearlong initiative in collaboration with Kerry Mills, founder of Engaging Alzheimer’s, LLC.(www.EngagingAlzheimers.com), to design a... - October 07, 2015 - Ambassador of Scarsdale
Birches’ Dementia Education Series Kicks Off with Surprising Secret to Dementia Communication
Tami Neumann delivered a presentation at The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills on September 22 titled “IMPROVe Dementia Communication©” with fellow dementia care expert Catherine Braxton. The presentation highlighted the surprising benefits that come from applying the rules of improv comedy to dementia communication. - September 27, 2015 - The Birches Assisted Living
Dr.’s Choice Physical Therapy Opens Clinic in Lewisville, Texas
Brennan Russo, DPT lead provider at Dr.’s Choice Physical Therapy treats professional, olympic, collegiate, and various athletes. Brennan worked the 2015 NCAA Football Combine in Indianapolis treating aspiring NFL players. Through his experience at local hospitals and sports performance facilities he brings his extensive expertise to Dr.'s Choice Physical Therapy. - September 25, 2015 - Dr.'s Choice Physical Therapy
Hospice of Saddleback Valley Selected to Participate in the Medicare Care Choices Model
Model aims to increase choice and quality by enabling individuals to receive palliative and curative care concurrently. Many seniors, disabled Americans, and family members of individuals who suffer from life limiting illnesses must choose between the support services provided through hospice care... - August 11, 2015 - Saddleback Memorial Medical Center
Tha Jane Park Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Tha Jane Park of Winston-Salem, North Carolina has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Tha Jane Park Ms. Park is currently retired after 33 years nursing experience. She was a... - June 17, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
11 Practical Father’s Day Gifts Dad Will Actually Use
For older dads, there’s nothing like receiving a Father’s Day gift that keeps a man on the move and independent. - June 12, 2015 - The CareGiver Partnership
Tabula Rasa HealthCare Receives Top Innovator Company Award
Tabula Rasa HealthCare is recognized for its "innovative solutions that are making an impact on cost, quality, and access in health care." TRHC develops offerings for the ever-growing segment of the healthcare system that is "at risk," providing tools and services to better manage risk. - June 05, 2015 - Tabula Rasa HealthCare
Enter to Win Poise and TriDerma Products from The CareGiver Partnership
The CareGiver Partnership is giving away five skin care products and a case of bladder control pads. Enter for a chance to win! - June 04, 2015 - The CareGiver Partnership
Easy Tips for Moving and Improving at Any Age
In recognition of National Senior Health & Fitness Day on May 27, physician assistant and registered dietitian Dianna Malkowski offers easy ways to move and improve at any age and ability. - May 28, 2015 - The CareGiver Partnership
Money-Saving Tips for Caregivers of Alzheimer’s Patients
Taking care of a loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia can result in significant family debt. Because every little bit of savings helps, here are tips worth checking into from The CareGiver Partnership. - May 18, 2015 - The CareGiver Partnership
Premier Elder Solutions, LLC Launches Indiegogo Crowdfunding Campaign
Premier Elder Solutions, LLC is a small business in the Kansas City Metro trying to build electronic tools to help families who are working and caring for their loved ones. - May 16, 2015 - Premier Elder Solutions, LLC
New Jersey’s First Reading Glasses Alternative! New FDA Approved KAMRA Inlay to Correct Presbyopia
Even if you never had vision problems, you cannot escape presbyopia; an age-related process that affects more than a billion people worldwide. Until this month, refractive surgeons had very little to offer their presbyopic patients. Today Clarity Refractive Services is pleased to announce a new... - May 13, 2015 - Omni Eye Services
CareSouth Announces Direct Messaging
CareSouth announces Direct messaging, providing single point of connectivity for secure transfer of health information for their home health agencies. - May 11, 2015 - CareSouth Health System, Inc.
Enter to Win Home Health Care Products from The CareGiver Partnership
The CareGiver Partnership is giving away six skin care products and a case of absorbent underwear. Enter for a chance to win - it’s free! - May 07, 2015 - The CareGiver Partnership
Precision Health Care Launches the Giving Partners Solutions In-Source Program to Assist Hospital with Their Wound Center Programs
Precision Health Care has developed and launched the Giving Partners Solutions In-source Program to provide the plan, resources and replacement equipment to help Hospitals transition from a managed, outsourced Wound Center to a Hospital controlled and managed outpatient program. Precision offers an on-line survey to help Hospitals evaluate their advantage to in-source the Wound Center Program and provide quality care, patient continuity, stop paying management fees and improve their bottom line. - May 06, 2015 - Precision Health Care
St. Francis Home Skilled Nursing & Rehab Facility Receives Highest Rating, 2nd Year in a Row
St. Francis Home Skilled Nursing & Rehab facility in Saginaw, MI. has received, for the second year in a row, the highest possible overall rating of five stars in U.S. News & World Report’s annual Best Nursing Homes. “St. Francis Home of Saginaw is extremely proud of its... - May 03, 2015 - St Francis Home
Nationally Renowned Seniors Real Estate Advocate, Author and Educator, Returns to Oklahoma City Roots
Mature Moves Oklahoma City Real Estate Group Demonstrates a Distinct Focus on the Transition Needs and Aging in Place Goals of Older Adults - April 28, 2015 - Seniors Real Estate Institute
Unique Model of Home Care and Other Services for Seniors in Philadelphia
Ralston My Way is expanding to provide care in Center City Philadelphia. Ralston My Way is a nonprofit, Pennsylvania Department of Health licensed, homecare agency providing services for adults 55+ such as meal preparation, bathing, dressing, housekeeping, laundry, rides to appointments, grocery shopping, errands, household repairs, yard work, and much more. - April 23, 2015 - Ralston Center
Dallas Limb Restoration Center Develops "New Joint Today, Home Tomorrow Program"
A significant concern for many patients considering hip or knee replacement is how soon can they return to normal activities. Many patients consider hip or knee replacement but do not want the downtime and long recovery traditionally associated with these procedures. The Dallas Limb Restoration Center has developed a program allowing most patients to minimize their hospital stay and recovery. - April 15, 2015 - The Dallas Limb Restoration Center
Aging Adults Free Seminar May 14, 2015
The National Association of Geriatric Care Managers, certified care manager, Bridget Ritossa, LSW of Cleveland will host a free seminar at 6:30 p.m on May 14 at the Beachwood library branch. The seminar, “Aging Adults and Common Sense,” will cover topics such as how to make the best use of time with a doctor, medication management, senior housing options and how geriatric care managers can help senior adults. - April 08, 2015 - Careplan Geriatric Care Managers
Win a Prize Package from Wellness, Heaven Scent and The CareGiver Partnership
The CareGiver Partnership is giving away a prize bundle designed to help those with incontinence confidently get on with life. - April 02, 2015 - The CareGiver Partnership
eCare21 Seeks Crowdfunding to Save Lives in Support of the American Heart Association Open Innovation Challenge to Prevent 20% of Heart Disease by 2020
eCare21, an early stage health technology company, has just released a new crowdfunding campaign, on the crowdfunding platform Medstartr, as an American Heart Association (AHA) Open Innovation Challenge finalist for health technology innovation. The challenge seeks new innovative tools to prevent... - March 27, 2015 - eCare21, Inc.
Senior Transition Guide Stays Up to Date on Senior Housing Laws at Fair Housing Act Conference
Staff members of the Senior Transition Guide an informational website dedicated to help seniors age successfully attended a conference on the Fair Housing Act to learn more about the laws and regulations affecting the senior housing sector. - March 27, 2015 - Senior Transition Guide
eCare21 Announces Appointment of Julie O’Hara as Chief Marketing Officer
eCare21, Inc., a world leader in advanced healthcare technology for seniors, is pleased to announce the appointment of Julie O’Hara as Chief Marketing Officer. - March 13, 2015 - eCare21, Inc.
Highland Pharms Announces New Product Launch of Highland Pharms CBD Hemp Oil and Vape Products
Highland Pharms announces the launch of their premium line of CBD Hemp oil products that are among the most affordable. Will be sold online exclusively at WellSpring CBD Oil and via brick and mortar locations including doctors' offices, vape shops, health salons and more. - March 05, 2015 - Highland Pharms CBD
Health and Wellness Consultant Peter Mangiola Releases Free Caregiver 911 Audit Online Preceding Publication of The 7 Causes of Caregiver Guilt
Health and wellness expert Peter Mangiola, RN, MSN, is a seasoned expert in the area of elder care. To help caregivers cope with the overwhelming responsibilities of caring for an aging relative, he has made available a free online caregiver audit on his website. - March 04, 2015 - Peter Mangiola RN MSN
FreeMedicareReport.com Unveils Consumer Satisfaction Star Rankings for Medicare Supplement Companies
Seniors in the market for Medicare Supplement insurance can now compare companies based on Consumer Satisfaction Star Rankings. - March 02, 2015 - Free Medicare Report
MDF Designs, LLC, Owner of CareZips® Announces Patent Approved
Patent has issued on Jan. 27, 2015 for a design MDF Designs, LLC created and developed. - February 21, 2015 - MDF Designs, LLC
5 Easy, Inexpensive Ways to Instantly Improve Home Safety
In recognition of Low Vision Awareness Month, The CareGiver Partnership provides easy tips to improve home safety and a link to its fall prevention guide. - February 20, 2015 - The CareGiver Partnership
Sentio Healthcare Properties Announces the $18.90 Million Acquisition of The Gables of Hudson in Ohio
Sentio Healthcare Properties, Inc., (“Sentio” or the “REIT”), a real estate investment trust focused on healthcare-related real estate, announced today the $18.90 million purchase of The Gables of Hudson, a 112-unit assisted living and memory care community in Hudson, Ohio. - January 16, 2015 - Sentio Healthcare Properties
CareWorx, Holland and Mirifex Study Use of Mobile Devices for Patient Care in Long Term Care Facilities
Technology leaders in Senior Care pave the road to a mobile future. - January 16, 2015 - CareWorx