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BurialInsurance.org to Begin "Top Senior Resource" Program
BurialInsurance.org is beginning a program that recognizes the top websites and resources for senior citizens on the web, and consolidating them in one place. - February 04, 2011 - Burial Insurance
Home Care Assistance Opens Second North Carolina Office
Local non-medical home care agency, Home Care Assistance, which is owned and operated by Jaleh Neshat opened a second office in the Triangle. Currently, the Raleigh office serves Wake, Durham, Orange, Franklin, Chatham Granville and Johnston counties but wanted to obtain a more concentrated market... - January 30, 2011 - Home Care Assistance of Raleigh
Halamandaris Names Orsini to Help Lead the NAHC Private Duty Homecare Association of America
Val J. Halamandaris, President of NAHC, today announced that Merrily Orsini, CEO of corecubed, has agreed to help lead NAHC’s related Private Duty Homecare Association of America. “We are proud to have Ms. Orsini play this significant leadership role. There is no one who has greater... - January 21, 2011 - National Association of Homecare & Hospice
University of Michigan Presentation/Fundraiser: "Older Adults and Sex"
Join psychotherapist, author, educator and lecturer Sallie Foley, LMSW for a lecture/fundraiser on January 23, 2011. Held on the campus of the University of Michigan, this event will discuss topics of sexual health as they relate to older adults. - January 14, 2011 - Sallie Foley, LMSW
AdLife HomeCare LLC Helping Seniors Stay Independent in Their Homes with Greater Confidence, Quality and Client Assurance. AdLife is Now CQA Certified.
AdLife HomeCare LLC, locally owned and operated by Renee and Tom Adams, provides an affordable solution for older individuals and couples who, though may be capable of managing their own physical needs, require non-medical assistance such as: light housework, meal preparation, companionship and personal care allowing them to confidently remain at home. Adlife differentiates itself from the competition with its comprehensive caregiver selection, screening and testing programs. - January 07, 2011 - AdLife HomeCare LLC
New Book Published for Alzheimer’s Caregivers
Frances H Kakugawa’s newest book, “Breaking the Silence: A Caregiver’s Voice,” has just been published by Willow Valley Press. This book will be a great aid for caregivers to people with Alzheimer's disease or other dementia. - January 07, 2011 - Willow Valley Press
StairLighting System® LLC Provides Seniors & Home Owners with Reliable & Easy-to-Install Solutions for Increasing Stair Safety
Stairlighting Kit® Cost-Effectively Enhances Visibility & Usability of All Forms of Indoor Stairs - January 06, 2011 - iLighting
ABiSee Inc. Announces That Its Instant Readers, Eye-Pal and Zoom-Ex, Are Now Compatible with Kurzweil 1000™
Users of the ABiSee Eye-Pal & Zoom-Ex can now have access to the broad variety of reading, learning and productivity features found in Kurzweil 1000. - January 05, 2011 - ABiSee, Inc.
Capita Announce Details of Their Safeguarding Adults Conference
The Government has outlined its vision for adult social care, promising a common sense approach to safeguarding which enables choice and control for service users in line with the personalisation agenda. Capita’s 4th National Safeguarding Adults Conference provides a valuable forum to discuss and understand the changing role of safeguarding within the framework of wider social care transformation. - January 05, 2011 - Capita Conferences
Agewell’s Winter Initiative "Spread the Warmth"
Agewell Foundation has initiated “Spread The Warmth” campaign to ensure no needy & destitute old person is deprived of warmth this year. Agewell has already started the process of mobilizing donation & collection of old/used woolens from across Delhi & NCR & distribution... - December 25, 2010 - Agewell Foundation
Medicare Article Written by Rita Meier, a Public Affairs Specialist for Social Security, is Top Read Article on ParentYourParents.com
Eldercare information website proudly announces the article written by Rita Meier, ‘Family Gatherings, Holiday Shopping, and Medicare Prescription Drug Plans’ was the third most read article in November - December 17, 2010 - ParentYourParents.com
SecuraTrac’s Lifesaving Devices Win Award from William Shatner’s National Television Show “Moving America Forward”
This Thursday, December 9, 2010 SecuraTrac’s lifesaving, personal, GPS location devices will be featured on “Moving America Forward,” a national television show hosted by William Shatner. - December 08, 2010 - MAF Productions
Senior Helpers Announces New National Partnership with LifeBio
Innovative concept allows caregivers and family to record seniors’ life stories for family and future generations - December 01, 2010 - Senior Helpers
Better Than a Sweater: TWI Publishing Offers the ColorPad® Series as an Enjoyable Holiday Gift for Senior Adults
Birthdays, Grandparents’ Day, and Christmas - TWI's ColorPad® series solves the dilemma families of senior adults face when searching for a suitable gift. - November 14, 2010 - TWI-PR
Eleven Homewatch CareGivers Locations Become Providers on ParentYourParents.com
In-home care locations in 9 states become providers on eldercare information website. - November 11, 2010 - ParentYourParents.com
Free Community Health Fair in Santa Maria
Life Steps Foundation-Santa Maria Wisdom Center would like to invite the residents and community members of San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties to take advantage of a free community health and resource fair on Saturday, November 6, 2010, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at 1414 N. Broadway,... - November 03, 2010 - Life Steps Foundation
A New Generation of Portable Electronic Magnifiers Means Independence for the Visually Impaired
Enhanced Vision Introduces "Transformer USB" – An Intuitive Magnifying Solution with Laptop USB Connectivity. - November 02, 2010 - Enhanced Vision
LifeStyles Furniture Sponsoring Quad Cities Holiday Hat Bash 2010
LifeStyles Furniture in Moline, IL will be a major sponsor for this years Holiday Hat Bash taking place November 18th, 2010 and hosted by CASI Seniors. The bash serves as an annual fundraiser to raise money for area assisted seniors. - November 01, 2010 - LifeStyles Furniture
"Healthwise" to Provide Content on Cataract Solutions
“HealthWise” will take a look at cataract solutions in this season’s program. - October 29, 2010 - Healthwise
A Night Full of Love and Music for Mr. Joe Jonas - Bluesman
The Joe Jonas Benefit Concert, 6 pm in Dallas, Texas at the Lakewood Theater. Starring Anson Funderburgh, Howard Scott, Zac Harmon, The Silvertones, Hash Brown, Jimmy Preacher Ellis, Dallas Blues Divas Revue, Cookie McGee and the Briefcase Blues Band. Tickets on sale now at http://lakewoodtheater.com. - October 28, 2010 - Joe Jonas Benefit Concert
Rottenstein Law Group Cautions Victims About Marketing Web Sites Offering Free Case Evaluations
The Rottenstein Law Group is warning victims of defective consumer products about Web sites that are not what they appear to be. The firm cautions users who search online for legal consultation that many Web sites designed to suggest affiliation with a law firm are simply commercial sites soliciting personal information that can be sold and permission to send the user marketing emails directly. - October 13, 2010 - The Rottenstein Law Group
Bay Area House Call Dentists Provide Dental Care to Senior Homes
San Francisco-based home care dentists delivers crucial services to patients who can’t travel. - October 07, 2010 - Blende Dental Group
Family Medical iphone App Introduced at AARP’s Orlando@50+
iphone app mihealth stats was introduced at AARP's Orlando@50+ is now available at the itunes store. It captures medication, diagnosis, medical history, emergency alerts for every member of the family. Developed by splash'em LLC as a companion to the book Esther Has a Living Will and Other Fairy Tales for Adult Children (ISBN 978-0-9826123-0-9). - October 04, 2010 - splash'em, LLC
IIMSAM Marks International Day of Older Peoples
IIMSAM Middle East Director & Goodwill Ambassador Dr. Naseer Homoud message’s on International Day of Older Peoples. He urged for respect, dignity and admiration for older peoples and for realizing the contributions which older peoples have tendered to the civilization. - October 01, 2010 - Dr. Naseer Homoud
Photographs of the Huntington Beach Senior Saturday Expo Released by the Committee to Re-Elect Jennifer McGrath
The Committee to Re-Elect Jennifer McGrath City Attorney of Huntington Beach announces the release of over 30 photographs of the annual Huntington Beach Senior Saturday Expo held in Huntington Beach, California, at the Pier Plaza. - September 29, 2010 - Committee to Re-Elect Jennifer McGrath City Attorney
Circle of Care Network Offers Free Elder Care Law Seminars
In an effort to support our senior citizens and provide them with the education they need to make decisions, the Circle of Care Network, a consortium of West Michigan based professional groups has recently been organized. - September 26, 2010 - Plachta, Murphy & Associates, P.C.
Lancashire Stairlift Company, Multicare, Pioneers Revolutionary ‘Slide Track’ Safety Device
Multicare Stairlifts is pioneering a new safety device for people who need stair lifts. - September 23, 2010 - Multicare Stairlifts
Bayshore Home Health Launches Bridging the Gap One-on-One on First National Seniors Day
Bayshore Home Health, Canada’s largest provider of home and community health care services, is inviting elected officials to meet with local seniors for a cordial, thought-sharing series of lunches across its network of 50-plus branches. The initiative, called Bridging the Gap One-on-One... - September 22, 2010 - Bayshore Home Health
True Health Reveals Risky Statin Drugs Can Seriously Decrease Coenzyme Q10 Levels
For those individuals taking statin drugs to help control high cholesterol such as Lipitor®, Crestor®, Pravachol® and Mevacor®, recent medical research indicates there may be an increased risk of depleting the body’s natural levels of coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10). - September 22, 2010 - True Health
Health Resources Uncovers Research Supporting the Link Between Vitamin D Deficiency and Bone Strength
When it comes to health, most people may not even realize that they are deficient in key vitamins and minerals until it’s too late. In fact, new research from medical professionals indicates that increased vitamin D intake, especially in the form of vitamin D3, may contribute to improved bone... - September 22, 2010 - Health Resources
Shenita Williams is Coming Back to Her Recently Renovated Home by Rebuilding Together Tampa Bay
On Tuesday, August 24, Shenita Williams, the aunt of Paris Whitehead Hamilton, is coming back to her home after weeks of substantial renovations completed by Rebuilding Together Tampa Bay (RTTB), in partnership with the City of St. Petersburg, members of the Tampa Chapter of the National... - August 13, 2010 - Rebuilding Together Tampa Bay
Sales Consultants Make for a Power Duo Leading Kemmons Wilson Companies in a Positive Direction
Kemmons Wilson Companies announced that Martinez and Batkie will handle sales at three Memphis- area KW communities: The Oaks at Woodchase in Cordova; The Village at Schilling Farms in Collierville, TN; and The Oaks at Parkview in Olive Branch, MS. - August 07, 2010 - Kemmons Wilson Communities
ParentYourParents.com Celebrates Second Anniversary of Providing Free Information to Help Adult Children Help Their Aging Parents
Co-founders share how personal experiences lead to launch of ParentYourParents.com. - August 05, 2010 - ParentYourParents.com
Philadelphia Area Custom Publisher Hollister Creative Wins Three National Mature Media Awards
National Mature Media Awards honors Hollister Creative for Philadelphia Corporation for Aging’s newspaper Milestones. - July 27, 2010 - Hollister Creative
The Club at Briarcliff Manor Hosts Preview Tour of Construction of New Model Residences and Information & Design Center
Hundreds of area residents were on hand as The Club at Briarcliff Manor, a new $350 million fee-for-service Continuing Care Retirement Community under development in Briarcliff Manor, hosted its second annual Backyard Barbecue for Village and County officials, neighbors and future residents of the... - July 23, 2010 - The Club at Briarcliff Manor
ParentYourParents.com CEO and Co-Founder, Amber Sandhoff, Was a Guest on Great Day Houston
On July 14 the Great Day Houston program on KHOU focused on “The Golden Years” and had guests providing resources to help seniors and their adult children. - July 20, 2010 - ParentYourParents.com
Record Heat Has Families Making ‘Summer Survival Kits’ for Seniors
Senior care experts advise families to protect elderly from summer health dangers. - July 10, 2010 - Senior Helpers
WeLoveDates Launch New Dating Website for Over 50s Market
Following a successful launch of UK online dating website WeLoveDates.com in January, the online dating agency have now launched an over 50s dating website targeted towards the mature market of online daters. - July 07, 2010 - We Love Dates
ParentYourParents.com Launches Online Book Store
ParentYourParents.com launches online books store with books focusing on aging, caregiver support, senior related ailments and diseases, retirement planning and much, much more. - July 07, 2010 - ParentYourParents.com
Total Mortgage Expands Reverse Mortgage Program to Assist Growing Senior Population
Total Mortgage Services, a leading mortgage lender and broker, announced today it is expanding its reverse mortgage lending operation. This Reverse Mortgage Program, along with some of its lowest mortgage rates, will help more senior homeowners in need of accessing the equity available in their homes. - July 06, 2010 - Total Mortgage
Brentmoor Retirement Community Holds First Annual Ice Cream Social and Book Fair Event
The Brentmoor Retirement Community will host a free Ice Cream Social and Book Fair Sunday, July 18th, 2010 from noon to 3:00pm. The event will bring residents, family, friends, and the community together for a relaxing afternoon of socializing and old-fashioned fun. The Ice Cream Social will... - July 01, 2010 - Brentmoor Retirement Communities
Seniors Have a New Resource to Research Assisted Living Housing Options
Assisted Living Facilities launches with a nationwide directory of over 40,000 state-licensed senior living communities. A senior care blog and Q&A area also offer helpful advice and information for elders and their families considering assisted living. - June 26, 2010 - AssistedLivingFacilities.org
Unlawful and Abusive Guardianships/Conservatorships Focus of This Month’s AARP’s ‘Inside E Street” Program, Featuring NASGA Member
AARP, as part of their Inside E Street series, will present an interview on 6/24 and 6/25 with NASGA member Danny Tate, recently freed from an unlawful Nashville conservatorship.[1] Inside E Street is an informative half-hour talk show that delves into the issues behind the headlines. While most... - June 25, 2010 - National Association to STOP Guardian Abuse
Medical Modalities Seeks Partners to Market Air Fluidized Therapy Medical Beds
Medical Modalities is a distributor of Air Fluidized Therapy (AFT) Beds for patients primarily who have severe pressure wounds (bedsores). Medical Modalities is one of three present manufacturers of AFT beds in the United States and only one of two that provides this therapy in patients' homes. Medical Modalities is seeking AFT partners in other sections of the country that presently provide specialty mattress and related wound care services to patients in home care or institutional settings. - June 23, 2010 - Medical Modalities
Computer Company Releases Latest Version of Computer Especially Designed for Seniors
Computer Tutor Plus, the oldest computer company in the country to work exclusively with seniors, has released their latest version of their A Plus Senior Computer. A compact, easy to use, fully functional computer especially designed for seniors. - June 10, 2010 - Computer Tutor Plus, Inc
Long Term Care Market: Nursing Homes, Home Care, Hospice Care, and Assisted Living Report Now Available on ReportsandReports
The economy has challenged the business strategies of key players, while the recent healthcare legislation introduces changes that may affect revenues. These twin challenges are addressed in the Long-Term Care Market: Nursing Homes, Home Care, Hospice Care, and Assisted Living - June 10, 2010 - marketsandmarkets
House and Harland, Interior Design Firm Has Announced the Senior Living Interior Design Partnership of Cynthia House, ASID, and Lynn Crosby Harland, ASID
House and Harland, a Senior Living Design firm, has announced the partnership between Cynthia House, ASID, CID and Lynn Crosby Harland, ASID, CID. Both interior design professionals have been in the design field for over 20 years. Cynthia has been in Senior Living since 1994. Cynthia has been successful in the field of Assisted Living, Alzheimer and Independent Living facilities. Lynn has a background in Residential, Commercial and Hospitality design. - May 31, 2010 - House and Harland
Senior Resource Association 5K Freedom Run/Fun Walk Scheduled for Memorial Day This Year
Senior Resource Association is hosting their Annual 5k Freedom Run/Fun Walk at Riverside Park on Monday, May 31, Memorial Day. - May 21, 2010 - Senior Resource Association
ComfortLife.ca – One Stop for All Retirement Decisions
Canada's portal on year round education and camps has now come full-circle with a revamp of its site on retirement options across the country. A more comprehensive and easy-to-navigate search engine, richly researched articles and advice columns, and an expanded financial planning section makes www.comfortlife.ca Canada’s one-stop shop for any retirement living inquiries. - May 19, 2010 - Comfort Life Media
Lutheran Settlement House - Women of Courage: Women of Inspiration! May 20, Hyatt Regency at Penn's Landing, 5:30 Reception, 6:30 Dinner
Lutheran Settlement House - Women of Courage: Women of Inspiration! recognizes nine outstanding women, one woman who has distinguished herself by overall commitment to the wellbeing of Philadelphians and two women in each of the four areas of LSH’s work: bilingual domestic violence; community education and employment training; senior services, and homeless services - one woman who has been an advocate in the area and one who has received services, overcome challenges, and given back. - May 15, 2010 - Lutheran Settlement House